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The global museum organisation highlights the humanitarian impact and calls for adherence to international laws to safeguard cultural sites and heritage for future generations. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/news/icom-calls-for-protection-of-museums-and-cultural-heritage-amid-conflict-in-iran-the-gulf-region-and-the-eastern-mediterranean-506859?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/news/icom-calls-for-protection-of-museums-and-cultural-heritage-amid-conflict-in-iran-the-gulf-region-and-the-eastern-mediterranean-506859?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:40:34 +0000 The 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), held on 11-17 November, in Dubai, UAE, under the theme “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,” brought a series of major outcomes that will guide ICOM’s work in the coming years. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/outcomes-of-the-27th-icom-general-conference-icom-sets-strategic-direction-for-the-museum-sector-3417361?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/outcomes-of-the-27th-icom-general-conference-icom-sets-strategic-direction-for-the-museum-sector-3417361?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:02:30 +0000 In a landmark moment for the global museum sector, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) has announced the “Shared Island Stories Between Scotland and the Caribbean: Transnational Youth Exchange” project submitted by the Barbados Museum & Historical Society (BMHS) as the winner of the inaugural ICOM Award for Sustainable Development Practice in Museums. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/leading-the-future-winner-of-the-icom-award-for-sustainable-development-practice-in-museums-announced-3414572?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/leading-the-future-winner-of-the-icom-award-for-sustainable-development-practice-in-museums-announced-3414572?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:27:20 +0000 The 27th ICOM General Conference, ICOM Dubai 2025, kicks off in the United Arab Emirates, marking the first time the event is hosted in the MEASA region. Gathering museum professionals from around the world, the conference explores “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities” through keynotes, panels, workshops, discussions, and mentoring sessions. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-dubai-2025-kicks-off-3415486?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-dubai-2025-kicks-off-3415486?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:24:08 +0000 The International Council of Museums launches the ICOM Red List of Cultural Objects at Risk – Türkiye https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/the-international-council-of-museums-launches-the-icom-red-list-of-cultural-objects-at-risk-turkiye-3408484?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/the-international-council-of-museums-launches-the-icom-red-list-of-cultural-objects-at-risk-turkiye-3408484?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:29:07 +0000 Museums as Sustainable Development Champions: ICOM Unveils the Shortlist of Initiatives Reshaping Sustainable Development Practice in Museums https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-unveils-shortlist-for-sustainable-museum-practices-award-3402873?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-unveils-shortlist-for-sustainable-museum-practices-award-3402873?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:51:59 +0000 ICOM Executive Board Issues Statement for Peace https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-executive-board-issues-statement-for-peace-3398846?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-executive-board-issues-statement-for-peace-3398846?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:56:14 +0000 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. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/registration-open-for-icom-general-conference-2025-in-dubai-3388431?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/registration-open-for-icom-general-conference-2025-in-dubai-3388431?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Wed, 28 May 2025 16:39:56 +0000 ICOM and UNESCO have renewed their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding, enhancing their commitment to cultural heritage protection, education, and technology integration. The renewed MoU sets the stage for joint initiatives, the exchange of expertise, and strengthened advocacy efforts on a global level. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-and-unesco-renew-commitment-to-protect-cultural-heritage-through-strengthened-partnership-3389273?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-and-unesco-renew-commitment-to-protect-cultural-heritage-through-strengthened-partnership-3389273?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Fri, 23 May 2025 15:51:51 +0000 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. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/international-museum-day-2025-campaign-achieves-global-success-3388391?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/international-museum-day-2025-campaign-achieves-global-success-3388391?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:49:43 +0000 ICOM has established a new International Committee dedicated to Collections in Storage: ICOM STORAGE. This important step reflects the growing recognition of the essential role that museum storages play in the preservation, study, and accessibility of cultural heritage.  https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-storage-icom-forms-a-new-international-committee-on-collections-in-storage-3380705?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/icom-storage-icom-forms-a-new-international-committee-on-collections-in-storage-3380705?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:30:05 +0000 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. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/international-museum-day-2025-the-future-of-museums-in-rapidly-changing-communities-3375315?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/international-museum-day-2025-the-future-of-museums-in-rapidly-changing-communities-3375315?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums Sat, 29 Mar 2025 11:44:03 +0000 The International Council of Museums launched the ICOM Red List of Greek Cultural Objects at Risk to combat illicit trafficking of Greek heritage. This tool identifies vulnerable cultural artifacts, aiding law enforcement and cultural institutions in protecting Greece's rich cultural legacy. https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/the-international-council-of-museums-launches-the-icom-red-list-of-greek-cultural-objects-at-risk-3375016?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://www.mynewsdesk.com/icom/pressreleases/the-international-council-of-museums-launches-the-icom-red-list-of-greek-cultural-objects-at-risk-3375016?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news ICOM - International Council of Museums