Baku, Azerbaijan, 21st & 22nd May 2025
Supported by the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan as part of the ICOMOS Transhumance Initiative, this event aims to shed light on the tangible heritage bearing witness to the #Transhumance way of life and its impact on human exchanges, culture and biodiversity.
Participants will explore the significance of transhumance for future generations, how it has shaped places and fostered cultural exchanges, and the need to enhance representation of its material heritage on the #WorldHeritage List.
Poster contributions are to be based on one of the 3 conference topics:
- Identification: distinctive features, material attributes and values of the Transhumance way of life
- Values: the historical contribution and current benefits of the Transhumance way of life
- Governance: resilience and adaptation of the Transhumance way of life
Applicants must submit a 500-word abstract including an indication of the selected conference theme, a short bio and key visual material that will be included in the poster.
Abstracts submission deadline: 15 January 2025.
Submit your abstract at [email protected]
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