Announcing the EMPATHS Manifesto: Voices from the Future – Ideas for Today
We are delighted to share the publication of the EMPATHS Manifesto, a collective call to reimagine how we interpret, share, and shape heritage today. The manifesto invites us to move beyond top-down storytelling and instead embrace participatory, community-driven approaches that make heritage meaningful, democratic, and future-focused . Rooted in the Erasmus+ EMPATHS Project – Empowering […]
EMPATHS Project Advances at Second Transnational Meeting in Athens
Athens, Greece – 18–19 September 2025. The EMPATHS consortium convened at the creative hub “Romantso” in Athens for the project’s second Transnational Project Meeting (TPM2). Over two productive days, partners assessed progress across all Work Packages and shaped the next phase of work: developing and testing the EMPATHS participatory heritage interpretation training programme. A Project […]
Collaborative pathways in archaeology and heritage interpretation: Cnr-Iriss contribution at the 31st EAA Annual Meeting
From 2 to 6 September 2025, Belgrade hosted the 31st Annual Meeting of the European Association of Archaeologists (EAA), one of the most relevant international events dedicated to archaeological research and cultural heritage. The conference brought together scholars, practitioners, and institutions from across Europe and beyond to discuss emerging challenges and innovative approaches in archaeology, […]
Announcing New EMPATHS Project Deliverables: Empowering Participatory Heritage Interpretation Across Europe
We are pleased to announce the publication of four key deliverables from the EMPATHS (EMpowering landscapes with Participatory Approaches To Heritage interpretation Skills) Erasmus+ project, marking a significant milestone in our mission to foster inclusive, participatory heritage interpretation practices across Europe. The EMPATHS project aims to shift heritage interpretation from expert-led to community-driven processes. These […]
Co-Designing the Future of Heritage: What We Learned from the EMPATHS Sessions in Greece
What does participation in heritage really mean? How can we empower local communities to be more than just observers — to become co-creators of cultural meaning? These were the guiding questions behind the first two online co-design sessions carried out in Greece as part of the EMPATHS – Empowering Landscapes with Participatory Approaches to Heritage […]
Introducing the EMPATHS Newsletter: Stories, Insights & Community Impact
We’re thrilled to announce the publication of the first EMPATHS project newsletter! This inaugural edition introduces EMPATHS — EMpowering Landscapes with Participatory Approaches to Heritage Interpretation Skills — a 30-month Erasmus+ project that puts communities at the centre of heritage interpretation. You’ll get an inside look at our goals, partners, and the exciting work already […]
Announcing the EMPATHS Baseline – Understanding the Current State of Participatory Heritage Interpretation
The EMPATHS project (EMpowering landscapes with Participatory Approaches To Heritage interpretation Skills), funded by the Erasmus+ programme, is excited to announce the publication of its first major milestone – the EMPATHS Baseline report. This foundational document provides a comprehensive overview of the current practices, challenges, and opportunities in the field of participatory heritage interpretation, serving […]
Voices of the Past, Hands of the Present: Collaborative Pathways in Archaeology and Heritage Interpretation
In recent years, archaeology and heritage interpretation have increasingly emphasised the role of community engagement in exploring and narrating the past. Drawing on insights from the Erasmus Plus project “EMpowering landscapes with Participatory Approaches to Heritage interpretation Skills (EMPATHS),” this session invites participants to reflect on how archaeological practice can become more inclusive, embracing diverse […]
Empowering Local Communities for Smart and Sustainable Cultural Heritage: Bridging Expertise, Digital Change, and Partnerships
This webinar delves into the critical role of local communities in driving transitions towards an inclusive, smart, and sustainable approach to cultural heritage valorisation. With the rapid evolution of digital technologies and the growing demand for innovative partnerships, it is imperative to equip communities with the expertise, tools, and policies necessary to embrace this transformation. […]
EMPATHS project kicks off in Berlin
The EMPATHS (EMpowering landscapes with Participatory Approaches to Heritage interpretation Skills) project kick-off meeting, held on December 12-13, 2024, in Berlin, marked an essential milestone for this innovative initiative aimed at advancing participatory heritage interpretation (HI). Here’s a summary of the key discussions and outcomes. Project Background and Initial ProgressThe meeting consolidated efforts after preliminary […]