International Conference on Situated Conservations
January 23–25, 2025 | Saint-Louis, Senegal
We are pleased to announce the International Conference on Situated Conservations, a unique gathering exploring the diversity of conservation practices in African and global contexts. The theme, “Situated Conservation,” will address critical issues such as the preservation of African museum collections while also examining conservation practices in traditional and family spaces.
The conference will pay tribute to the late Fatima Fall Niang, a renowned specialist in preventive conservation and cultural heritage preservation in Senegal and beyond.
Key Highlights:
Discussions on decolonial and ecological approaches to conservation.
Insights into preserving cultural heritage both within museums and in informal, community settings.
Collaboration among leading experts, craftspeople, and researchers.
This event offers a platform for meaningful exchange on the future of conservation and the value of traditional knowledge in shaping inclusive and innovative heritage practices.
