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ICCROM and Fondazione Sign MoU to Foster World Heritage Practitioners for Nomination Processes and Strategies in Africa

ICCROM and Fondazione Sign MoU to Foster World Heritage Practitioners for Nomination Processes and Strategies in Africa

On 9 July 2024, at the headquarters of ICCROM, a significant step was taken towards enhancing the representation of Africa's rich heritage on the UNESCO World Heritage List. ICCROM and Fondazione Scuola dei beni e delle attività culturali have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the project "World Heritage in Africa – Fostering Practitioners for Nomination Processes and...

On 3 July, ICCROM Director-General had the honour of receiving the visit of H.E. Ambassador Santos Alvaro, the Ambassador of Mozambique to Italy to ICCROM’s Headquarters.

Visit from Ambassador of Mozambique

On 3 July, ICCROM Director-General had the honour of receiving the visit of H.E. Ambassador Santos Alvaro, the Ambassador of Mozambique to Italy to ICCROM’s Headquarters.

This gathering provided an opportunity to introduce Member State representatives to ICCROM's ongoing work, focusing on ICCROM's impact and stories of change from around the world. These efforts lay the groundwork for a brighter future for ICCROM and the heritage conservation sector as a whole, as we are preparing for our new Strategic Framework 2026-2031.

ICCROM Member States Information Briefing 2024

This gathering provided an opportunity to introduce Member State representatives to ICCROM's ongoing work, focusing on ICCROM's impact and stories of change from around the world. These efforts lay the groundwork for a brighter future for ICCROM and the heritage conservation sector as a whole, as we are preparing for our new Strategic Framework 2026-2031.

Kenya Heritage Hub Launched: A New Era for Youth Empowerment and Cultural Innovation

Kenya Heritage Hub Launched: A New Era for Youth Empowerment and Cultural Innovation

The Kenya Heritage Hub was officially launched on 12 June in Nairobi, marking an occasion for cultural heritage and youth empowerment in Kenya. The event brought together an esteemed assembly of diplomats from various countries.

On 21 May 2024, ICCROM Director-General Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral hosted HE Jeffrey Prescott, Ambassador of the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome, at ICCROM headquarters. Ambassador Prescott, accompanied by Dionandrea Shorts, Alternate Permanent Representative to USUN, presented his credentials and engaged in fruitful discussions on the longstanding partnership between ICCROM and the United States.

ICCROM Welcomes USUN Ambassador Jeffrey Prescott

On 21 May 2024, ICCROM Director-General Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral hosted HE Jeffrey Prescott, Ambassador of the U.S. Mission to the UN Agencies in Rome, at ICCROM headquarters. Ambassador Prescott, accompanied by Dionandrea Shorts, Alternate Permanent Representative to USUN, presented his credentials and engaged in fruitful discussions on the longstanding partnership between ICCROM and the...

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African World Heritage Day 2024: the future of World Heritage in Africa lies in the hands of young people

The African World Heritage Day, proclaimed by the 38th session of UNESCO's General Conference in November 2015, is an opportunity to discuss the future of heritage in Africa and for people all over the world, in particular Africans, to celebrate the continent's unique cultural and natural heritage.

Strengthening Italy-Africa Ties: Empowering Youth through Cultural Exchange

Strengthening Italy-Africa Ties: Empowering Youth through Cultural Exchange

On 15 April the International Conference on "Fostering Italy-Africa relations: enhancing business and cultural exchange" took place. This significant event was jointly organized by the Fondazione Scuola dei beni e delle attività culturali and ICCROM.

Welcoming the Director of EPA-Ecole du Patrimoine Africain

Welcoming the Director of EPA-Ecole du Patrimoine Africain

On 12 April 2024, ICCROM's Director-General, Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral, welcomed Franck K. Ogou, Director of EPA-Ecole du Patrimoine Africain, to discuss significant advancements in safeguarding Africa's cultural heritage.

International conference on fostering Italy-Africa relations

The international conference "Fostering Italy-Africa relations: enhancing business and cultural exchange," organized by the Fondazione Scuola dei beni e delle attività culturali and ICCROM, is dedicated to cultural relations between Italy and African countries and will be held on 15 April at the Auditorium of the Central National Library of Rome.
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