Community Engagement for Cultural Preservation

Explore the critical role of community engagement in cultural preservation through this TEDx talk by historian, designer, and curator Ishita Shah. Delve into the urgent question of who history belongs to in an era where historical narratives are being destroyed, erased, and rewritten. Discover how involving communities as co-authors and collaborators can increase custodianship and belongingness to heritage. Learn about the importance of community engagement in archiving and curating practices, while considering the logics and ethics of care in such collaborations. Gain insights from Shah's experience in developing a community-based curatorial practice focused on cultural preservation and creative collaborations across South Asia. Understand the significance of building a culture for archiving and the impact of public interpretation projects in preserving and sharing cultural heritage.