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Could the recognition of Somaliland have any impact on the management of its heritage?
Laas Geel Somaliland. Credit: Najeeb By Pavlina Bafas For more than three decades, Somaliland has functioned as a de facto state, maintaining relative peace, democratic governance, and its own institutions, despite lacking international recognition. Recent developments -most notably Israel’s recognition of Somaliland(1), have reignited discussions surrounding the right to self-determination and intensified regional and international
Connecting Voices, Sharing Progress: the 8th HerMaP Africa Network Convening
On Wednesday 22 April 2026, HERITΛGE hosted the 8th Online Network Convening of the HerMaP Africa programme, bringing together grantees, partners, and supporters for a dynamic two-hour online session focused on exchange, reflection, and collaboration. Held via Zoom, the convening welcomed over 40 active participants. The session opened with welcoming remarks from Richard A. Brown,
Academic Days for Heritage in Baja California
HERITΛGE co-organized the Academic Days 2026: Heritage in Action: Social Innovation and Cultural Development from the Community, held from March 17–20, 2026 at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC). The event formed part of HerMaP Mexico and was developed with partners at UABC. It brought together students, researchers, cultural practitioners, and community actors to
HERITΛGE Announces New Board of Directors
The Heritage Management Organization (HERITΛGE) announces the appointment of its new Board of Directors. We warmly welcome our incoming board members: Cliff Pearlman (Chair), Edward Mitterand (Secretary), Evan Sekeris (Treasurer), Harriet Chebet Ng’ok, and Derwin Johnson. Together, the new Board brings a wealth of expertise spanning nonprofit law, global arts and cultural leadership, economic policy and
Oral History Workshop in Coahuila
HERITΛGE successfully delivered a second Oral History Workshop in Mexico, further advancing the implementation of the HerMaP Mexico initiative. The workshop took place from March 11–13, 2026 in Saltillo, Coahuila, bringing together 17 participants interested in strengthening their skills in working with memory and cultural heritage. Hosted in the capital city of Coahuila, the workshop