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  • Reputation laundering and museum collections: patterns, priorities, provenance, and hidden crime

    This comprehensive report explores the protection and preservation of European heritage, delving into the multifaceted strategies necessary for safeguarding cultural assets. It provides an in-depth analysis of current preservation practices, highlights the challenges faced by heritage professionals, and suggests innovative approaches for enhancing heritage management. The findings underscore the importance of community involvement, sustainable practices, and the integration of new technologies in preserving Europe’s rich cultural legacy. One of the key themes discussed is the role of local communities in heritage preservation. The report emphasises that active participation and collaboration

    Estratégia Nacional de Longo Prazo para o Combate à Pobreza Energética 2023-2050, ELPPE (National Long-Term Strategy to Combat Energy Poverty 2023-2050)

    The National Long-Term Strategy for Combating Energy Poverty 2023-2050 (ELPPE) aims to eradicate energy poverty in Portugal by 2050, safeguarding vulnerable consumers and integrating them into energy-efficient services. The strategy aligns with the EU Directive on Energy Efficiency, defining energy poverty as the lack of access to essential energy services. It is guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 7 on renewable and accessible energy, Goal 1 on poverty eradication, and Goal 13 on climate action. The ELPPE outlines four strategic intervention axes: promoting housing energy and environmental

    ECHO III: For Memory’s Sake Research Paper

    The present paper deals with the “ECHO III: For Memory’s Sake,” a Creative Europe project implemented by Inter Alia NGO, which explored tradition and culture of arranged marriages in four Balkan countries (Albania, Bulgaria, Greece and Romania) through research and artistic creation in the fields of theatre, music, visual arts, and literature. The ECHO III project attempted to explore gender roles and norms in the Balkans throughout history and how they affect the lives of people. Contemporary research shows that Balkan identities are full of ambiguities, similarities and differences, in

    Holistic Heritage Podcasts: Industrial heritage for post-industrial times

    ‘Holistic Heritage’ brings conversations, opinions and thoughts on heritage from Central and Eastern Europe. Join Dr Katarzyna Jagodzińska, Head of the Europa Nostra Heritage Hub in Krakow, and John Beauchamp from Free Range Productions as they interview heritage leaders and discover the most inspiring projects from across the region. In this episode we take a look at industrial heritage and why we should love old factory buildings instead of tear them down. What is being done to promote industrial heritage, and what has to be done to preserve industrial heritage

    Be.CULTOUR Guidebook: beyond cultural tourism

    Step into the world of circular cultural tourism with this engaging guidebook. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts passionate about European heritage, it offers a fresh perspective on sustainable tourism practices. Through captivating stories, practical examples, and insightful recommendations, this guidebook showcases the transformative potential of circular and innovative approaches in tourism. From theoretical frameworks to real-life case studies, it provides a concise but comprehensive overview of circular cultural tourism, inspiring stakeholders to rethink traditional tourism models. Discover how the Be.CULTOUR project is pioneering innovative strategies for heritage-led and culture-led regional

    Supporting Ukraine’s arts and culture

    Explore a comprehensive overview of initiatives and collaborations aimed at preserving and restoring European heritage, particularly focusing on Ukraine’s cultural recovery post-conflict. The document delves into the significance of architectural heritage evaluation, damage assessment due to war, and regeneration strategies for sustainable recovery. This publication highlights the role of interdisciplinary teams in sharing knowledge and expertise to empower local communities and rebuild a democratic and culturally rich Ukraine. The project emphasises participatory processes, architectural design competitions, and innovative technologies to enhance heritage protection and urban regeneration. It offers insights into

    Hilāl: 50 years of Islamic worship in Flanders – 1974 – 2024

    Religious organizations play an important role in the life of faith communities. This also applies to mosques that perform not only religious, but also socio-cultural functions for the various Muslim communities in Flanders and Brussels. Those different functions are reflected in the diverse heritage that reflects mosque life. That material and immaterial mosque heritage offers a lot of potential for cooperation, but it remains underexposed. With this three-year heritage project, KADOC KU Leuven, together with a broad network of local and national heritage players, wants to stimulate cooperation between the

    Festa do Mosaico – da tessela ao pixel, uma abordagem educativa ao Património cultural

    The paper discusses the Mosaic Editor and Sharing Platform, an interactive tool developed as part of a Master’s thesis in Software Engineering at the University of Coimbra. This platform serves as a digital resource for creating and sharing mosaics, catering to individuals without specific artistic training. It offers different modes of use, including PC, tablet, and kiosk, to accommodate various educational and workshop settings. The platform aims to enhance cultural mediation, education, and citizen participation creatively and innovatively within the context of the Mosaic Festival project. Furthermore, the Mosaic Festival,

    Memórias, vivências e quotidianos de Armindo Alves Correia de Araújo através do seu álbum de fotografias

    The article explores the memories, experiences, and daily life of Armindo Alves Correia de Araújo through his photo album. It emphasizes the importance of photography as a historical record and a source of credible information about society. The album contains a rich collection of photographs from Armindo’s time in Coimbra, showcasing moments of leisure and camaraderie with friends from his university days. Through these images, the reader gains insight into Armindo’s life as a land registrar during the Estado Novo regime, shedding light on his family background and social connections.

    Última e derradeira vontade: o património feminino e o ato de sepultar nos testamentos de mulheres do quotidiano bracarense (séculos XVIII e XIX)

    This chapter explores the testamentary practices of women in Braga during the 18th and 19th centuries. The research focuses on the distribution of assets in women’s wills, shedding light on their economic roles and contributions to family economies in urban Braga. Barbosa emphasizes the central position women held in city economies during the Early Modern period, challenging the notion that women were confined to domestic spheres. Through the analysis of wills, the study reveals the interconnectedness of women in supporting and guiding each other through life, illness, and old age,

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