The national training course on the Conservation of Archaeological Sites (CSA) in Saudi Arabia, organized by ICCROM and the Heritage Commission, was launched in Riyadh last week. This ten-module programme will run from 25 November 2025 to 21 May 2026.
The first two modules were held in Riyadh. Module 1, titled “Concepts & Principles”, introduced the key conservation concepts, approaches and values, with discussions on cultural heritage diversity, terminology and people-centred conservation.
Module 2, focused on “Factors & Management”, examines the main factors affecting archaeological sites and presented tools for risk and impact assessment, along with approaches to stakeholder engagement in site management.
During the course, the CEO of the Heritage Commission, Dr Jasir Alherbish, addressed the participants and was briefed on the progress of the programme.
The course brings together 17 participants from the Heritage Commission and partner institutions across Saudi Arabia, representing backgrounds in archaeology, architecture, heritage management, conservation and engineering.
The CSA course will continue in the coming months with further modules and site-based learning at archaeological sites of Al Faw and Fayd.