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It has come to our attention that fraudulent “phishing” emails have been sent to ICOMOS leaders and members under the guise of a request for funds from Teresa Patricio, ICOMOS President. Phishing is defined as “the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals…

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ICOMOS-USA is offering a part-time position as Communications Coordinator. The Communications Coordinator will work approximately 15 hours per week, and will be responsible for social media content and distribution, website maintenance, and our monthly newsletter.  Responsibilities The Communications Coordinator will report to the COO and will work alongside our administrative…
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On July 26th, 2024, the USA gained its 26th World Heritage Site as the historic Moravian Church Settlement of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, along with settlements in Herrnhut, Germany and Gracehill, Northern Ireland (UK), joined Christiansfeld, Denmark (inscribed in 2015) as a single World Heritage Site: the Moravian Church Settlements. Not only do these four sites feature distinct architecture styles, exemplifying how Moravian ideals blended and adapted to local conditions, but they also represent the international scope of the Moravian community where active traditions continue to this day. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is the only Moravian settlement in the World Heritage inscription that is located in the Americas. As such, the site features unique qualities that differ from its European counterparts. During this World Heritage Webinar, we were joined by Jonathan Putnam, Acting Chief of the National Park Service Office of International Affairs; Curtis H. “Hank” Barnette, Vice Chair of the Bethlehem World Heritage Commission; Charlene Donchez Mowers, Senior Advisor and Historian for the Bethlehem World Heritage Council and Commission; and Stephanie Smith Augello, World Heritage Coordinator, to learn about the history of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and the Moravian Church Settlements, the World Heritage Site inscription process, and some of the challenges associated with coordinating a multi-national nomination. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome Remarks - Douglas Comer, President of World Heritage USA 02:56 Introduction - Destry Jarvis, Vice President of World Heritage USA 04:27 An Update on the U.S. World Heritage Program - Jonathan Putnam, Acting Chief of the National Park Service Office of International Affairs 13:34 Q&A with Jonathan 16:40 Moravian Settlements World Heritage Nomination and Inscription - Curtis H. “Hank” Barnette, Vice Chair of the Bethlehem World Heritage Commission 30:21 World Heritage Criteria - Charlene Donchez Mowers, Senior Advisor and Historian for the Bethlehem World Heritage Council and Commission 42:46 Benefits and Opportunities of World Heritage Inscription - Stephanie Smith Augello, World Heritage Coordinator 53:12 Q&A with Moravian Representatives World Heritage USA supports the work of ICOMOS-USA, an organization that is part of a global network dedicated to preservation of the world’s cultural heritage. Support our continued mission to promote the conservation of World Heritage! Become a Member: https://worldheritageusa.org/membership/ Make a Donation: https://secure.infinitegiving.com/gif... Follow World Heritage USA! Website: https://worldheritageusa.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldheritageusa/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldheritageusa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldHeritageUSA/
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Sarah Tucci from the United States shares her experience interning with the Kosovo Council for Cultural Heritage in Pristina, Kosovo! Learn how to participate in the next edition of the International Exchange Program: https://worldheritageusa.org/internship/ Sponsor an Intern: https://usicomos.app.neoncrm.com/np/c... ____________________ World Heritage USA supports the work of ICOMOS-USA, an organization that is part of a global network dedicated to preservation of the world’s cultural heritage. Support our continued mission to promote the conservation of World Heritage! Become a Member: https://worldheritageusa.org/membership/ Make a Donation: https://secure.infinitegiving.com/gif... Follow World Heritage USA! Website: https://worldheritageusa.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldheritageusa/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldheritageusa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldHeritageUSA/
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Sarah Tucci - IEP Intern at the Kosovo Council for Cultural Heritage

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Lori Filbeck from the United States and Viktorija Siaurusevičiūtė from Lithuania share experience interning with the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training in Natchitoches, Louisiana! Learn how to participate in the next edition of the International Exchange Program: https://worldheritageusa.org/internship/ Sponsor an Intern: https://usicomos.app.neoncrm.com/np/c... ____________________ World Heritage USA supports the work of ICOMOS-USA, an organization that is part of a global network dedicated to preservation of the world’s cultural heritage. Support our continued mission to promote the conservation of World Heritage! Become a Member: https://worldheritageusa.org/membership/ Make a Donation: https://secure.infinitegiving.com/gif... Follow World Heritage USA! Website: https://worldheritageusa.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldheritageusa/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldheritageusa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldHeritageUSA/
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Lori Filbeck & Viktorija Siaurusevičiūtė - IEP Interns at the NCPTT

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📣 Three weeks left to apply as an intern for the 2025 International Exchange Program!!!

World Heritage USA is looking for graduate students or emerging professionals who are interested in strengthening professional heritage skills while gaining international experience

Since 1984, the IEP has helped foster lifelong relationships between interns and their host organizations, creating a global network of heritage professionals. These connections have resulted in continued collaboration between people, communities, and organizations on heritage projects around the world

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We look forward to reviewing your applications! Contact programs@WorldHeritageUSA.org if you have any questions✨

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📣 Three weeks left to apply as an intern for the 2025 International Exchange Program!!! World Heritage USA is looking for graduate students or emerging professionals who are interested in strengthening professional heritage skills while gaining international experience Since 1984, the IEP has helped foster lifelong relationships between interns and their host organizations, creating a global network of heritage professionals. These connections have resulted in continued collaboration between people, communities, and organizations on heritage projects around the world 🔗 For more information about the IEP, how to apply, and application deadlines, click here: https://worldheritageusa.org/internship/information-for-interns/ We look forward to reviewing your applications! Contact programs@WorldHeritageUSA.org if you have any questions✨ #worldheritageusa #worldheritage #internship #opportunity #icomos #culturalheritage #conservation #preservation #emergingprofessionals #IEP2025
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Stone Mountain is one of the most well known monuments of oppression that remains intact. However, organizations like the Stone Mountain Action Coalition and the Atlanta History Center are actively fighting to reinterpret the monument. Learn more from our podcast, "The Monument in the Mountain." worldheritageusa.org/monumentstoolkit/podcast/ ... See MoreSee Less

Stone Mountain is one of the most well known monuments of oppression that remains intact. However, organizations like the Stone Mountain Action Coalition and the Atlanta History Center are actively fighting to reinterpret the monument. Learn more from our podcast, The Monument in the Mountain. https://worldheritageusa.org/monumentstoolkit/podcast/Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment
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Join ICOMOS-USA Now for 2025! Take advantage of Individual or Young Professional (for those under 30 years of age) membership rates or consider joining with your Institution for the best value for four members. Find all the details here: worldheritageusa.org/membership ... See MoreSee Less

Join ICOMOS-USA Now for 2025! Take advantage of Individual or Young Professional (for those under 30 years of age) membership rates or consider joining with your Institution for the best value for four members. Find all the details here: https://worldheritageusa.org/membership
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It has come to our attention that fraudulent phishing emails have been sent to ICOMOS leaders and members under the guise of a request for funds from an ICOMOS official. Do not, under any circumstances, respond to these emails. ICOMOS has requested that you report these emails directly to gmail. Learn more: buff.ly/3D129aY ... See MoreSee Less

It has come to our attention that fraudulent phishing emails have been sent to ICOMOS leaders and members under the guise of a request for funds from an ICOMOS official. Do not, under any circumstances, respond to these emails. ICOMOS has requested that you report these emails directly to gmail. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3D129aY
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The Civil War Memorial in Denver, Colorado was a monument of oppression to Indigenous communities in the surrounding area. Throughout American history, there are several examples of massacres against Indigenous people that have instead been deemed as "battles" by monuments and memorials. With the new exhibit at History Colorado Center, Coloradans now have a chance to reflect on their history and recognize the importance of accurate and representative monuments. ... See MoreSee Less

The Civil War Memorial in Denver, Colorado was a monument of oppression to Indigenous communities in the surrounding area. Throughout American history, there are several examples of massacres against Indigenous people that have instead been deemed as battles by monuments and memorials. With the new exhibit at History Colorado Center, Coloradans now have a chance to reflect on their history and recognize the importance of accurate and representative monuments.Image attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment
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ICOMOS-USA is hiring: part-time remote Communications Coordinator sought to write and produce newsletter, update website, and create social media and marketing communications. Must be able to work in the U.S. Apply by December 13! buff.ly/49ju563 ... See MoreSee Less

ICOMOS-USA is hiring: part-time remote Communications Coordinator sought to write and produce newsletter, update website, and create social media and marketing communications. Must be able to work in the U.S. Apply by December 13! https://buff.ly/49ju563
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