Heritage Now is proud to sponsor the Interpretation Australia Conference 2024

Tessa Boer-Mah 24 Oct 2024

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Heritage Now is proud to sponsor the Interpretation Australia Conference 2024, as we strongly believe that heritage interpretation plays a critical role in shaping Australia's cultural identity. Heritage interpretation goes beyond preserving historical facts; it helps us understand the past, celebrate our diverse cultural heritage, and recognize the profound connections between Aboriginal peoples and the wider Australian community.

By supporting this conference, we aim to highlight the importance of heritage interpretation in contributing to Australia's ongoing development as a nation. In particular, we believe that effective interpretation creates a bridge between our shared histories, offering an inclusive platform for Aboriginal voices to be heard and acknowledged. In a country with a rich and complex past, embracing these shared histories allows us to foster understanding, reconciliation, and respect.

As professionals who have worked extensively in Aboriginal heritage and heritage management, we understand that meaningful interpretation requires more than just providing information. It involves telling stories, creating connections, and evoking emotions that resonate with all Australians. Interpretation can be a powerful tool for education, enhancing public awareness of the significance of Aboriginal heritage and its contribution to our national story. It encourages Australians to reflect on the past, learn from it, and incorporate these learnings into future development and planning.

We see heritage interpretation as a vital element of the broader environmental and cultural assessment process. When integrated into public spaces, infrastructure projects, or urban planning, it can bring value to communities by connecting them to their local history. Through thoughtful interpretation, we can make heritage more accessible, ensuring that future generations are able to engage with and appreciate the legacies left behind by those who came before us.

Moreover, interpretation fosters dialogue between Aboriginal communities and the broader population, promoting mutual understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity. By presenting Aboriginal histories and cultural perspectives in an engaging and informative way, interpretation helps to bridge historical divides, contributing to the healing and unity of our society.

Heritage Now’s involvement in the 2024 Interpretation Australia Conference reflects our commitment to promoting and supporting the interpretation of Australia’s shared heritage. We believe that through collaboration with experts, communities, and the broader heritage industry, we can enhance the way Australians engage with and appreciate their shared history. We are excited to contribute to this important dialogue and support initiatives that ensure heritage interpretation continues to play a key role in our nation's cultural evolution.

For more information on the conference, please follow this link: IA National Conference | Interpretation Australia Association Inc

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Tessa Boer-Mah