NEWSLETTER – WINTER ISSUE – 2024
EMA publishes details of its current activities in an occasional Newsletter. Its Press Releases will continue to focus on individual announcements and events.
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Dear Members and Friends of the European Museum Academy,
We are very sad to announce the death of Andrew Durham. He was associated with the European Museum Academy for 15 years and was a valued member of our Pool of Experts.
As winter comes close to its end, we are happy to share some news, valuable insights, and opportunities with you. First, we would like to extend an invitation to participate in the prestigious EMA Awards – Micheletti, DASA, and Art Museum Awards – CMA and HiM Awards. Don’t miss out on this chance to have your museum’s achievements recognized on a European scale. Keep in mind that the deadlines for the awards vary and don’t forget to submit your entry before then.
In this issue, you’ll also find NEMO’s latest publication on seven key advocacy tips for museums navigating the path towards sustainability, and gain exclusive insights from an interview with EMA President Dr. Andreja Rihter.
For those seeking professional development, the newsletter highlights the EDUMaH Master Programme, led by Glasgow University with summer school opportunities provided by the EMA experts and cooperating museums, and the IULM Master Course on Museology, New Media, and Museum Communications. These programs offer specialized training to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the evolving museum landscape.
Enjoy reading!
Warm regards,
Karl B. Murr Chairman of the Board
Interview with Dr Andreja Rihter
President of the European Museum Academy
EMA continues interviewing experts in their field. For our current issue we have been speaking to Dr. Andreja Rihter, President of EMA about her career, experiences, projects, role in EMA.
Obituary:
Andrew Durham
(1952 – 2023)
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Andrew, after a short illness. He was associated with the European Museum Academy for 15 years and was a valued member of our Pool of Experts, visiting candidates for our awards with his customary enthusiasm and insight, and responding to our requests for assistance even when in Australia.
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Dissemination kit – NEMO’s handy 2-pager to support European museums to take political action in the climate crisis
7 tips for museums to advocate for their sustainable transition
To empower museums in taking significant steps towards climate action and contributing to Europe’s green transition, NEMO has released a handy 2-page overview of tips for advocating the sustainable transition of museums.
According to NEMO, modern museums should advocate for their sustainable transition by developing internal strategies and fostering external collaborations. To support this process, NEMO provides guidance and presents different opportunities for museums, and other cultural organisations, to get started.
Explore the 7 tips, get inspired and share them widely
Learn more in an article by NEMO
CALL for applications for the EMA Awards (Micheletti, DASA, Art, CMA, HiM)
HIM (Heritage in Motion Award) – deadline 1 June 2024
https://europeanmuseumacademy.eu/heritage-in-motion-award/
https://filmfreeway.com/HeritageinMotion
CMA (Children in Museums Award) – closed for applications
https://europeanmuseumacademy.eu/children-in-museums-award-2024/
EMA Awards deadline – 12 April 2024
https://europeanmuseumacademy.eu/awards/
How were museums doing in Europe in 2023?
EMA National Reports
The European Museum Academy presents the annual report about the museum situation in Europe by the end of 2023. This is the sixth year of this report series. The report includes an analytical summary and the national reports from our representatives in 35 countries.
EDUMaH Master Programme: Education in Museums & Heritage (Erasmus Mundus International Master) This is a uniquely innovative and multidisciplinary programme that equips the next generation of museum and heritage professionals with the ability to engage with the various contexts (cultural, social, political) that they will encounter and which are needed for the 21st century. The programme includes placements, language learning and a minimum of three mobility periods in Europe.
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