Protection of Identity and Cultural Property

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Protection of Identity and Cultural Property

	Summary This project will register conservation, protection and investigation of the tangible and intangible cultural property of the village and cultures of Bolivia.

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Project Needs and Beneficiaries

The enslavement, the destruction and illicit exportation of cultural property of the indigenous people of Bolivia is affecting the identity and self-esteem of the indigenous people. That is why it is very urgent to take actions to preserve the traditional knowledge of the country.

Activities

Activities are related to the conservation, protection and study of traditional knowledge, like old traditional garments, textiles, ceramics, rituals, ceremonies, myths, legends, music, dance, legal system, traditional organization and sacred places.

Funding Information

This project has been retired and is no longer accepting donations.

Funding Policy: partial (Retired)

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a Microsoft Word file (projdoc.doc).

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Why this Project is Important

Potential Long Term Impact

The goal of the Archive of Traditional Knowledge is to strengthen the identity and self-esteem of the indigenous people of Bolivia.

Project Message

The conservation and recuperation of cultural goods means the recuperation of history and identity of cultures. The goal is possible by helping people be conscious about the meaning of cultural goods.
- Cristina Bubba Zamora, Director