1st IEEE "Rural communities and Heritage”

This first Interregional Exchange of Experiences Event will focus on the topic: "Rural Communities and Heritage: Successful Cases and New Initiatives. The Faro Convention Approach." During the event, all participating partners and their stakeholders will present best practices related to citizen initiatives for the recovery of unused places of worship, the repurposing of these spaces, and their preservation through active community involvement.

The event will showcase various initiatives aimed at revitalizing religious heritage in rural areas, facilitating knowledge exchange between participants. Project partners will share best practices and experiences from each participating territory, highlighting successful strategies and innovative approaches that have made a positive impact in their regions. These initiatives will be discussed and exchanged with the attendees, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

If you are interested in participating, please register to receive the online connection link. 

AGENDA: 

9:00-9:10 Welcome and Introduction. The Interreg Europe Project REliHE (Religious Heritage in Rural Areas). Chiara L. M. Occelli and Irene Ruiz Bazán. Politecnico di Torino.

9:10-9:30 The Faro Convention Approach A vision on Religious Heritage in Rural Areas Chiara L. M. Occelli and Irene Ruiz Bazá. Politecnico di Torino.

9:30 - Session 1: Reconnecting with the Community: Revitalizing Deconsecrated Buildings.

9:30-9:40 1.1 Latvia. Cultural Premise “Mežotne Church”. Dace Strautkalne. Zemgale Planning Region.

9:45-9:55 1.2 Latvia. Jelgava Holy Trinity Church Tower. Dace Strautkalne. Zemgale Planning Region.

10:00-10:10 1.3 Czech Republic. Augustinian Monastery Borovany. Veronika Koblizkova. Regional Development Agency of South Bohemia. RERA.

10:15-10:25 1.4 Germany. Monastery of Waldsassen. Verena Pfeffer. Upper Palatinate District.

10:30-10:40 1.5 Spain. Quinto Mummy Museum. Isabel Soria. Provincial Government of Zaragoza.

10:40-11:00 Questions and Answers

11:00-11:15
Coffee Break

11:15 - Session 2: Ideas that Transform Buildings: Participatory Processes for Conservation and Re-functionalization.

11:15-11:25 2.1 The Netherlands. Church Village on the Move. Suzan Flokstra-Beute. Province of Overijssel.

11:30-11:40 2.2 Poland. Cafe Francesco – A Space for Meetings and Dialogue. Agata Mazurek, Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship and Jan Wółkowski. Nicolaus Copernicus University.

 11:45-11:55 2.3 Czech Republic. Church of St. Lawrence in Klení. Veronika Koblizkova. Regional Development Agency of South Bohemia. RERA.

11:55-12:15 Questions and Answers

12:15 - Session 3: Sparking Change: Initiatives to Promote Transformation.

12:15-12:25 3.1 The Netherlands. Churches Can Go to the Doctor – Free Church Consultation Hour: For All Your Questions, Tips, and Advice on Repurposing Your Church Building! Mireille Dosker. Cultural Heritage Support Center in Overijssel.

12:30-12:40 3.2 Spain. Grant Program for non-profit organizations for the promotion and revitalization of the cultural heritage of the province of Zaragoza Isabel Soria. Provincial Government of Zaragoza.

12:40-12:50 Questions and Answers

12:50-13:00 Wrap-Up, Conclusions, and Overview of the Next IEEE 2nd. IEEE Online: “New Tendencies and Approaches in Shared Working Spaces, Temporary Locations, and Ephemeral Events”