New Blog Post in Our GloCo-Blog Series: Honoring Craft and Conservation in Senegal

We are excited to share the second post in our GloCo-Blog series, where we continue to reflect on the insights from the International Conference on Situated Conservations in Senegal. This week, we turn our focus to an often-overlooked perspective: the crucial role that local artisans and craftspeople play in conservation efforts.

In this post, we explore the powerful voices of artisans like Evelyne Bassène, Coumba Dème Ndiaye, and others, who shared their frustration about being excluded from institutional conservation conversations. Their call for greater collaboration between museums and local craft communities is a central theme, emphasizing how their traditional knowledge and skills are integral to preserving cultural heritage.

We also dive into the keynote speech by Alain Gonodou, which sparked a lively debate on repatriation and shifting conservation practices. This discussion challenges the colonial roots of international conservation standards and points to the need for more inclusive, community-driven approaches.

Check out the new post now to explore these critical issues and stay tuned for our third blog in the series, where we take you on a journey through Saint-Louis’ rich history and architecture.