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18 June
8-10pm EET (Athens); 7-9pm CET (Brussels); 6-8pm WET (Lisbon)
Online, on Zoom
Participation is free, but registration is required
Heritage protection is more than preserving monumental structures—it is about engaging the communities that live alongside them. Drawing from his PhD research on monument protection and the social impacts of UNESCO World Heritage residential complexes, Angelos Kottas explores participatory management methodologies that empower local communities as active decision-makers. Through case studies from Mediterranean city-monuments such as Verona, Corfu, and Tel Aviv, he will demonstrate how integrating community narratives and lived experiences strengthens sustainable heritage strategies. By rethinking conservation as a human-centered process, we can create heritage policies that not only safeguard the past but also reflect contemporary urban realities.
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Angelos Kottas holds a PhD from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he focused on Monument protection and the social impacts of the UNESCO World Heritage Network residential complexes, with case studies from city-monuments in the Mediterranean. His academic work bridges cultural heritage management, urban studies, and participatory practices. He has collaborated with organizations such as Europa Nostra, the Venice Biennale, and the European Cultural Center, contributing to projects on heritage protection, community participation, and sustainable urban development. As a European Heritage Youth Ambassador and an active member of Inclusive Lines, he designs inclusive cultural programs for people with disabilities in museums, archaeological sites, and public spaces. His research interests lie in the intersection of cultural heritage, social impact, and inclusive urban planning.
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