Mindful Walk in Cozumel Celebrates Biodiversity Day

Group of people walking silently through a green park in Cozumel during a mindfulness activity for International Biodiversity Day

Cozumel, Quintana Roo — The Fundación de Parques y Museos de Cozumel (FPMC) hosted a guided silent walk at Parque Urbano Corazón to mark the International Day for Biological Diversity, blending mindfulness with environmental education.

Participants followed a silent route through one of the island’s most biodiverse urban green spaces, accompanied by breathing exercises and prompts to connect with the natural surroundings. The activity aimed to foster reflection on ecosystem conservation and appreciation for Cozumel’s native species.

The walk was organized in partnership with the collectives Casa Casero and Red Florecer Desarrollo Humano, groups that promote well-being through nature-based activities and community strengthening.

FPMC Director General Juanita Alonso Marrufo said the event aligns with the state government’s Nuevo Acuerdo por el Bienestar y Desarrollo de Quintana Roo, an initiative led by Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa that emphasizes community building and social cohesion.

Adrián Andrés Tun, head of Parque Urbano Corazón, coordinated the activity through the FPMC’s Directorate of Pedagogy and Social Assistance as part of the institution’s ongoing environmental education and community wellness programs.

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By Ana Reyes

Ana Reyes covers environmental policy, conservation initiatives, infrastructure projects, and political developments across the Yucatán Peninsula for Riviera Maya News & Events. She reports on issues from sargassum management and reef conservation to the Maya Train, coastal development, and state and federal policy affecting Quintana Roo and the broader peninsula.Ana has covered environmental and political news since 2023, tracking key developments in Mexico's environmental regulations, coral reef protection, coastal zone management, and the intersection of tourism development with conservation efforts. Her reporting spans from Cancun's hotel zone to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the culturally significant regions of the Yucatán interior.Ana is fluent in English and Spanish, and draws from a wide range of sources including government environmental agencies, conservation organizations, academic researchers, and local community leaders to provide balanced, well-sourced coverage. She is particularly focused on how environmental policy decisions affect the daily lives of residents and the long-term sustainability of the region.For story tips: ana@rivieramayanews.mx