Course: First aid to cultural heritage in times of conflict

First Aid to Cultural Heritage in Times of Conflict
Rome, with study visits to other cities in Italy
17 September - 29 October 2010 (6 weeks)

With the cooperation of: UNESCO, Blue Shield and specialized
international and national agencies

In the past decades, armed conflicts worldwide have involved
deliberate or accidental damage to cultural heritage. Conflicts
cause the weakening of governments and societies and endanger the
core values that hold communities together. Cultural heritage thus
plays a crucial role in recovering from such situations. In times of
conflict, however, all operations can be delayed because access is
often restricted by military, security, or law enforcement agencies.
Consequently, it is essential for everyone working in these areas to
understand how and when to intervene to protect endangered cultural
heritage while humanitarian efforts are under way.

Objectives

    Understand the values associated with cultural heritage and the
    impact that conflict has on them;

    Apply ethics and principles of conservation in extreme
    conditions;

    Assess and manage risks to cultural heritage in conflict
    situations;

    Take peacetime preparatory action to improve response in times
    of conflict;

    Secure, salvage and stabilize a variety of cultural materials;

    Understand international legal instruments protecting cultural
    heritage during conflicts;

    Communicate successfully with the various actors involved, and
    work in teams;

Methodology: The course will comprise of interactive lectures, group
activities, practical sessions, simulations, site visits and case
studies. Participants will be asked to develop case studies drawing
from their own experience and work context.

Participants: The course is aimed at those who are actively involved
in the protection of cultural heritage within a variety of
institutions (libraries, museums, archives, sites, departments of
antiquities or archaeology, religious and community centres, etc.).
It is also aimed at professionals from humanitarian and cultural aid
organizations, as well as military, civilian and civil defense
personnel. Those with experience in conflict situations are
particularly encouraged to apply.

A maximum of 22 participants will be selected.

Working Language: English

Course Fee: 900 EUR (Euro)

Travel, Accommodation and Living Expenses: Participants are
responsible for their round-trip travel costs to and from Rome,
Italy, and for all living expenses. To cover the cost of living,
participants should plan for a minimum allowance of 2,000 EUR (Euro)
for the entire duration of the course. This sum is based on the cost
of moderately priced accommodations. Candidates are strongly
encouraged to seek financial support from sources such as
governmental institutions, employers and funding agencies.

Financial Assistance: Upon request, the organizers will offer
financial support to a limited number of selected candidates who can
demonstrate their inability to secure funding.

Application: Please use the ICCROM application form

 <URL:http://www.iccrom.org/eng/01train_en/forms_en/applfrm_en.doc>

In your submission, include a 700-word personal statement that
summarizes your experience and highlights the relevance of the
course to your current or future projects. Applications should be
sent by regular mail to the following address or by e-mail:

    First Aid to Cultural Heritage in Times of Conflict
    Collections Unit - ICCROM
    Via di San Michele,13
    00153 Rome RM, Italy
    +39 06 585531
    Fax: +39 06 58553349
    aidinconflict<-at->iccrom<.>org

Application deadline: 14 May 2010

This initiative received the financial support of the Italian
Ministry of Culture (MiBAC)

Simon Lambert
Project Assistant
ICCROM - Via di San Michele, 13n - 00153 Rome
+39 06 58 55 34 20
Fax: +39 06 58 55 33 49


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