Jemma Jarman, Author at ICOM UK

Art Fund launches Empowering Curators programme to strengthen museums

Posted on March 23, 2026 (March 23, 2026)

This article was first published by Art Fund. A major five-year initiative, Empowering Curators will support 20 multi-year curatorial roles for senior to mid-career curators from Global Majority backgrounds. Museums and galleries committed to nurturing diverse curatorial talent, increasing equity within their organisations and engaging new audiences through greater representation of the communities they serve […]

Call for urgent international monitoring of Iran’s cultural heritage

Posted on March 23, 2026 (March 23, 2026)

This article was first published by the Museums Association. A group of cultural heritage professionals has called for “urgent monitoring, documentation and safeguarding” of Iran’s museums and heritage sites by international bodies in light of the escalating conflict and restricted communication in the country. In a joint statement on LinkedIn, the group said “recent incidents […]

Webinar: Trans-Inclusive Culture, Trans Day of Visibility 2026

Posted on March 23, 2026 (March 24, 2026)

This article was first published by Trans-Inclusive Culture (University of Leicester). On Trans Day of Visibility 2026, join us for a celebration of trans-inclusive culture. This free online event brings together cultural leaders and experts in ethics, law and equity to explore the unique role and potential of culture, arts and heritage in advancing trans […]

Europa Nostra – European Cultural Heritage Summit 2026

Posted on March 23, 2026 (March 23, 2026)

This article was first published by Europa Nostra. The European Cultural Heritage Summit 2026 is taking place from 26 to 30 May in Nicosia. Organised by Europa Nostra in cooperation with the Europa Nostra Heritage Hub in Nicosia, the Summit is under the patronage of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, and is supported by the European Union. Under the motto “Heritage as the Soul of Mare Nostrum”, the Summit will […]

International Museum Day 2026

Posted on March 18, 2026 (March 18, 2026)

This article was first published by ICOM. International Museum Day 2026: Museums Uniting a Divided World On 18 May 2026, museums worldwide will mark International Museum Day under the theme “Museums Uniting a Divided World”. The theme highlights the potential of museums to act as bridges across cultural, social, and geopolitical divides, fostering dialogue, understanding, inclusion and […]

UK City of Culture 2029 longlist revealed

Posted on March 18, 2026 (March 18, 2026)

This article was first published by the UK government. Nine places across the UK have been longlisted to be the next UK City of Culture in 2029 and will each benefit from a funding boost to support their bid for the title. The nine longlisted locations are: Blackpool, Inverness-Highland, Ipswich, Middlesbrough, Milton Keynes, Portsmouth, Sheffield, […]

Shortlist announced for Museums + Heritage Awards 2026

Posted on March 18, 2026 (March 18, 2026)

This article was first published by Museums + Heritage. Museums + Heritage Awards announces its shortlisted nominees for the Museums + Heritage Awards 2026. The annual global awards, which celebrate excellence across museums, galleries, and cultural and heritage visitor attractions, will culminate in a ceremony at Hilton Park Lane, London, on the evening of Wednesday, […]

60% of Sudan’s National Museum Looted, Report Says

Posted on March 18, 2026 (March 18, 2026)

This article was first published by Hyperallergic. In the last three years, the deadly civil war tearing through Sudan has not only decimated its population but also destabilized the nation’s culture, history, and identity. On top of the more than 150,000 people killed and millions displaced, the looting and destruction of cultural heritage objects, artifacts, archaeological sites, and museums threatens […]

Webinar: Is There Hope for Social Media in the Heritage Sector?

Posted on March 18, 2026 (March 18, 2026)

This article was first published by The Scottish Heritage Social Media Group. Date: Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 from 3 pm to 4 pm GMT. After running for ten years, the Scottish Heritage Social Media Group is coming to an end, but we’re leaving on a positive note with a group of speakers who will explain […]

Author: Jemma Jarman

Posts by Jemma Jarman

Art Fund launches Empowering Curators programme to strengthen museums

Call for urgent international monitoring of Iran’s cultural heritage

Webinar: Trans-Inclusive Culture, Trans Day of Visibility 2026

Europa Nostra – European Cultural Heritage Summit 2026

International Museum Day 2026

UK City of Culture 2029 longlist revealed

Shortlist announced for Museums + Heritage Awards 2026

60% of Sudan’s National Museum Looted, Report Says