ICOM Unveils Shortlist for Sustainable Museum Practices Award
Museums as Sustainable Development Champions: ICOM Unveils the Shortlist of Initiatives Reshaping Sustainable Development Practice in Museums
Museums as Sustainable Development Champions: ICOM Unveils the Shortlist of Initiatives Reshaping Sustainable Development Practice in Museums
Registration is now open for the ICOM General Conference 2025 in Dubai, themed “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities.” The conference will gather global museum professionals on 11-17 November, offering networking events, workshops, and discussions on museum industry transformation.
This year's edition of the global initiative by the International Council of Museums (ICOM), the International Museum Day (IMD), has achieved remarkable participation worldwide, demonstrating the importance of museums as dynamic cultural hubs that foster community engagement, global dialogue, and sustainable development.
International Museum Day 2025, themed "The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities," will be celebrated on May 18th. This event emphasises museums' roles in fostering resilience, innovation, and inclusivity, aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and promoting social progress.