We are excited to announce the launch of the THETIDA Webinar Series, dedicated to addressing the critical challenges facing coastal and underwater heritage due to escalating climate change. The first episode, that will happen on the 19th of December (11 CET), titled “Heritage at the Crossroads: Shaping Inclusive Policies for Coastal and Underwater Protection”, will set the stage for insightful discussions, fostering understanding and solutions at the intersection of heritage preservation, climate adaptation, and community resilience.
Key Highlights:
– Introduction to THETIDA by Dr. Angelos Amditis (Research & Development Director | ICCS/NTUA – THETIDA Coordinator):
Explore the mission and vision of the THETIDA initiative and its commitment to safeguarding heritage in the face of climate challenges.
– Why Intersectionality Matters? by Professor Cristina Veiga-Pires (Centro Ciência Viva do Algarve – CCVAlg, Portugal):
Discover the importance of incorporating intersectional perspectives in heritage preservation, addressing how cultural, community, and environmental factors collectively shape vulnerabilities and challenges.
– Beyond the Beach? by Professor Alice Newton (University of Algarve, Portugal):
Coastal regions are on the front line of climate change, grappling with issues such as sea-level rise, storm surges, and temperature stratification. In this session, Professor Newton will focus on policies and management measures in the Algarve, a region of Southern Europe renowned for its ‘Sun, Sea, and Sand’ beach tourism. Learn about the lessons and opportunities for building a sustainable future for coastal regions.
Moderator: Dimitris Maragkos (ICCS)
Join us for this engaging conversation as we collaborate to protect our shared heritage amidst the challenges posed by climate change.
Registrations: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e94586d1-1a48-4e08-800f-814957223017@7ca43806-6496-4ef2-bba9-599ed8ba204b
More about THETIDA:
The THETIDA project approaches safeguarding and protecting Europe’s coastal and underwater cultural heritage from the effects of climate change and natural hazards in a holistic manner that includes risk management, protection and preparedness, as complementary strategies to prevent damages to cultural heritage sites, identify and ward off additional threats and promote policy tools for climate neutrality and economic resilience in coastal areas. Our research team is the proud coordinator of this fascinating project!
