About ICOMOS
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About
Saudi ICOMOS
ICOMOS Saudi Arabia, a branch of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), is responsible for the promotion and protection of cultural and architectural heritage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. ICOMOS was established with the aim of protecting heritage monuments and sites and ensuring their sustainability for future generations.
ICOMOS Saudi Arabia operates as part of an international network that brings together experts and professionals in the field of heritage preservation, and seeks to provide consultations and studies related to the protection of archaeological and historical sites.
In collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla and stakeholders, ICOMOS Saudi Arabia is organizing the “AlUla Symposium for Fire Risk Management in Heritage and Historic Sites.”
ICOMOS goals
Saudi ICOMOS objectives at the symposium
Protecting Cultural Heritage
Highlighting the importance of preserving heritage sites in the Kingdom and protecting them from fire hazards.
Dissemination of knowledge:
Introduce modern strategies and techniques for managing fire risks in heritage sites.
Strengthening cooperation:
Building bridges between national and international organizations to exchange experiences and best practices in risk management.
Apply codes and standards:
Support adherence to the Saudi and Gulf Fire Code and the Historic Buildings Code to ensure the safety of heritage sites.
The role of ICOMOS in heritage protection
ICOMOS contributes to heritage protection through technical advice, international cooperation, capacity development, and raising awareness of the importance of heritage and its role in sustainable development.
Technical consultations:
Providing specialized studies and recommendations to improve heritage preservation methods.
International cooperation:
Strengthening ties with international partners to benefit from global expertise.
Developing competencies:
Train specialists in the field of heritage management and risk management.
Raise awareness:
Organizing conferences and seminars that focus on the importance of heritage and its role in sustainable development.
Symposium Partners
This symposium reflects a pioneering collaborative effort that brings together the expertise of national and international organizations to ensure the protection of heritage sites. Participants in the symposium include:
Saudi ICOMOS and the AlUla Symposium
The AlUla symposium is a crucial step in ICOMOS Saudi Arabia’s efforts to promote a culture of fire prevention in heritage sites. Through collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla and partner organizations. The symposium aims to develop practical plans to protect heritage sites from the threat of fire. Utilizing the latest technologies and global best practices.
The symposium emphasizes that heritage is not just the past. It is a trust and a responsibility that requires us to commit to preserving it. Thanks to the efforts of Saudi ICOMOS and its partners. We can ensure that the Kingdom’s heritage remains vibrant for generations to come.
