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In partnership with the JM Kaplan Fund, this TARII Heritage small grants program seeks to support Iraqi teams in their efforts to preserve cultural heritage in Iraq.

This new program will bring funding to Iraqi-led heritage preservation projects. These projects should focus on preserving either the tangible or intangible heritage of Iraq, with the proposed phase of the project to be completed within one year.

Potential projects may include, for example:

• Safeguarding and restoring historical structures that are at risk

• Researching, documenting, and preserving a collection, archive, or site

• Converting restored structures with the objective of benefiting the community

• Establishing an archive, museum, conservation lab, etc.

• Educating and engaging the community

Funding Information

• Budgets should be a minimum of $1,000 and a maximum of $15,000.

Eligibility

• The head of the project (or team lead) should be a resident of Iraq. International collaboration is encouraged, however, it should not take the substantial portion of the budget.

• Professionals with prior training in the heritage field or with a demonstrated history of relevant work experience will be more likely to secure funding. A CV will be expected from every team member as part of the application.

• The minimum education criteria for the program leads will be a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as archaeology, history, architecture, engineering, or art. However, exceptions may be granted if a candidate can demonstrate extensive field experience.

• The applicants may choose to submit for a complete one-year project or a multi-phased initiative.

• Applications that include university students are encouraged, providing them with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience outside of their academic curriculum, further enhancing their CV and preparing them for a career. A diverse and interdisciplinary team is also encouraged.

Post Date: August 21, 2023