The Federation of International Human Rights Museums (FIHRM) will host its annual conference online with the National Museums Liverpool on 16 September 2021 (times in BST) on "Defending the right to culture": on the right to culture for everyone in the context of contemporary issues and how museums can respond and take action to break down barriers of inequality to build a shared sense of belonging.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights states in Article 27 that culture is fundamental to human dignity and identity and that accessing and enjoying culture is an important part of being a citizen, a member of a community and indeed wider society. Cultural expression and identity are increasingly under attack everywhere and the consequences of the global pandemic have further intensified social and cultural inequalities. The conference will look at international examples of work through a series of interactive debates and share learning of how museums can stand up against injustice and safeguard those working towards breaking down the walls of abuse, prejudice and discrimination.
Call for papers: Passed
Price: Free registration at website below
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