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How can museums create connection in an increasingly divided world? For this special International Museum Day episode of Museums and Chill – The ICOM Podcast, we visited Queer Britain in London to speak with Andrew Given, Director of Queer Britain, about the evolving role of museums today and the responsibilities cultural institutions hold within their communities. Recorded as part of International Museum Day 2026 and during the celebrations of ICOM’s 80th anniversary, this episode engages directly with this year’s theme: “Museums Uniting a Divided World.” In a time marked by social fragmentation, polarisation, and unequal access to culture and knowledge, museums are increasingly being asked to act as spaces of dialogue, inclusion, and belonging. This conversation explores how Queer Britain approaches these questions through programme-making, community engagement, and institutional leadership. As the UK’s first national LGBTQ+ museum, Queer Britain offers an important perspective on the global conversations shaping museums today — from representation and participation to public purpose and institutional responsibility. Welcome back and we hope you enjoy this conversation with Andrew Given! This episode's guest Andrew Given is the Chief Executive of Queer Britain, the national LGBTQ+ museum, based in Kings Cross, London. A self-described queer history nerd, Andrew is leading the museum into its next phase, from start-up organisation into becoming established as a leading cultural institution in the UK. His previous roles include English National Opera, Hampstead Theatre, and the National Youth Music Theatre. He is Deputy Chair of Tara Theatre, a company championing South Asian voices and artists, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, and a Global Arts Leadership Fellow with the DeVos Institute in Washington DC. Before working in the arts, Andrew taught KS3, GCSE and A-level music within secondary schools in Liverpool and London. This episode's host Anapaula García Soto is a Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums Secretariat in Paris, and producer and host of the ICOM podcast Museums and Chill. She works on editorial and storytelling initiatives highlighting diverse museum perspectives. She holds a B.A. in Communication and Digital Media and a Master’s degree in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design. About Museums and Chill Museums and Chill is the official ICOM podcast, offering a space for museum practitioners and thinkers from across the globe to reflect on the ideas, practices, and challenges shaping museums today. Each episode invites listeners into conversations on inspiration, innovation, ethics, and strategy, highlighting how museums navigate change while remaining relevant and inclusive cultural spaces. In recognition of its editorial approach and impact, the podcast was nominated for a European Excellence Award in 2024. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

¿Qué historias siguen faltando en los museos? En todo el mundo, los museos reflexionan cada vez más sobre las narrativas que presentan y aquellas que históricamente han quedado fuera. A medida que las instituciones replantean su papel en la sociedad, las cuestiones de representación, inclusión y responsabilidad social se vuelven centrales en la práctica museística. Como parte de las reflexiones globales que tienen lugar a lo largo de marzo, tras la conmemoración del Día Internacional de la Mujer, este episodio de Museums and Chill – El pódcast del ICOM explora estas preguntas a través de una conversación con la historiadora mexicana Patricia Galeana, fundadora del Museo de la Mujer: un museo dedicado a hacer visibles a las mujeres. Inaugurado en 2011 en la Ciudad de México, el Museo de la Mujer es el primer museo en el país dedicado a la historia de las mujeres. Concebido a mediados de la década de 1990, el proyecto surgió de una necesidad clara: atender la ausencia de las experiencias de las mujeres en las narrativas históricas dominantes. Más allá de sus exposiciones, el museo funciona también como un espacio de diálogo, educación y reflexión, ofreciendo conferencias, talleres y programas públicos que abordan debates actuales sobre igualdad de género y derechos humanos. SOBRE MUSEUMS AND CHILL Museums and Chill es el podcast oficial de ICOM y ofrece un espacio para que profesionales y pensadores del ámbito museístico de todo el mundo reflexionen sobre las ideas, prácticas y desafíos que dan forma a los museos en la actualidad. Cada episodio invita a las y los oyentes a participar en conversaciones sobre inspiración, innovación, ética y estrategia, destacando cómo los museos navegan el cambio mientras se mantienen como espacios culturales relevantes e inclusivos. En reconocimiento a su enfoque editorial y su impacto, el podcast fue nominado a un European Excellence Award en 2024. INVITADO DE ESTE EPISODIO Patricia Galeana es una historiadora, académica y diplomática mexicana especializada en historia de México, derechos humanos y estudios de las mujeres. Es profesora en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) y ha sido autora y coordinadora de numerosas publicaciones sobre historia política y la historia de las mujeres. Es la fundadora y directora del Museo de la Mujer. LA ANFITRIONA DE ESTE EPISODIO Anapaula García Soto es Coordinadora de Comunicación en la Secretaría del Consejo Internacional de Museos (ICOM) en París, y productora y conductora del podcast de ICOM Museums and Chill. Trabaja en iniciativas editoriales y de narrativa que destacan la diversidad de perspectivas museísticas. Es licenciada en Comunicación y Medios Digitales y cuenta con una Maestría en Gestión de Proyectos Creativos, Cultura y Diseño. AVISO LEGAL Las opiniones y puntos de vista expresados por las personas invitadas a este podcast son propias y no reflejan necesariamente las opiniones ni posturas del Consejo Internacional de Museos (ICOM) ni de sus órganos y entidades. El contenido presentado en este podcast tiene fines exclusivamente informativos y de entretenimiento. ICOM y sus órganos y entidades no respaldan ni asumen responsabilidad alguna por las declaraciones u opiniones expresadas por las personas invitadas durante el podcast. Se recomienda a las y los oyentes realizar su propia investigación y buscar asesoría profesional antes de tomar decisiones basadas en la información abordada en este podcast.

If we imagine a truly regenerative museum in the future, what might it feel like to walk into that space? We recorded a series of episodes for a special series of Museums and Chill – The ICOM Podcast from ICOM Dubai 2025, a moment where museum thinkers come together to reflect on the role of museums in a changing world. This episode engages with two of the Conference’s key sub-themes: New Technologies and Intangible Heritage. As museums navigate rapid technological transformation alongside shifting social, environmental, and demographic realities, questions around innovation, responsibility, and cultural continuity are becoming increasingly central. This conversation explores how museums can embrace new technologies to enhance creation, preservation, learning, and engagement, while safeguarding the integrity and authenticity of intangible heritage. It reflects on how institutions can integrate digital advancement thoughtfully, not only to improve operations and audience experiences, but to ensure that living traditions, knowledge systems, and cultural expressions remain meaningful and resilient within rapidly evolving communities. Every three years, museum professionals gather at the ICOM General Conference to listen, to question, and to exchange ideas. Across these conversations, we explore how museums are evolving, how responsibilities are shifting, and how culture continues to connect communities around the world. Join us while we discover how regenerative thinking goes beyond reducing impact, toward restoring ecosystems, strengthening communities, and reshaping institutional mindsets with Adib Dada. This episode's guest Adib Dada is an internationally recognized regenerative advisor, environmental architect, and founder of theOtherDada (tOD), an advisory and architecture practice, pioneering nature-based design rooted in biomimicry and systems thinking. His work bridges architecture, ecology, and art to regenerate cities and restore biodiversity, advancing a new paradigm where the built environment develops into a living system for all of Life to thrive. This episode's host Anapaula García Soto is a Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums Secretariat in Paris, and producer and host of the ICOM podcast Museums and Chill. She works on editorial and storytelling initiatives highlighting diverse museum perspectives. She holds a B.A. in Communication and Digital Media and a Master’s degree in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

How do we create stronger dialogue between new professionals and more established generations in the field? We recorded a series of episodes for a special series of Museums and Chill – The ICOM Podcast from ICOM Dubai 2025, a moment were museum thinkers come together to reflect on the role of museums in a changing world. This episode engages with one of the Conference’s key sub-themes: Youth Power. As museums navigate rapid social, cultural, and technological change, questions around intergenerational dialogue, representation, and leadership are becoming increasingly central. This conversation explores how youth perspectives are not only shaping museum practice today, but also influencing how institutions imagine their futures — from governance and programming to community engagement and knowledge production. Every three years, museum professionals gather to listen, to question, and to exchange ideas at the ICOM General Conference. Across these conversations, we explore how museums are evolving, how responsibilities are shifting, and how culture continues to connect communities globally. Join us while we discover the different ways we can approach your museum, arts and culture professionals with Abhirami Suresh. Welcome back and we hope you enjoy this conversation! THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS Abhirami Suresh is the curator of the Youth Assembly programme at Jameel Arts Centre, and works with the Learning, Exhibitions and Programming teams to shape learning projects that prioritise youth communities, engagement and research-collaborations. Her work focuses on creating space for emerging voices and experimental forms of knowledge through research, pedagogy and community engagement. Abhirami’s personal research and curatorial practice has been presented at international avenues including the Karama Arts Club (2025), Curatorial Fellowship with Kochi-Muziris Biennale (2022), Young Curator Residency for Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival (2022), the London Design Biennale (2021) and the Ford Foundation Grant (2020). ABOUT MUSEUMS AND CHILL Museums and Chill is the official ICOM podcast, offering a space for museum practitioners and thinkers from across the globe to reflect on the ideas, practices, and challenges shaping museums today. Each episode invites listeners into conversations on inspiration, innovation, ethics, and strategy, highlighting how museums navigate change while remaining relevant and inclusive cultural spaces. In recognition of its editorial approach and impact, the podcast was nominated for a European Excellence Award in 2024. THIS EPISODE’S HOST Anapaula García Soto is a Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums Secretariat in Paris, and producer and host of the ICOM podcast Museums and Chill. She works on editorial and storytelling initiatives highlighting diverse museum perspectives. She holds a B.A. in Communication and Digital Media and a Master’s degree in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

How can museums leverage digital practices to make their spaces more accessible and inclusive? In this episode of Museums and Chill, we talk with Emilia Sharples, member of the Museums & Audiences Team at Art Fund, about using technology to enhance accessibility, engage diverse audiences, and empower young professionals in the museum sector. We also touch on the upcoming ICOM General Conference and its subthemes Youth Power and Technologies, exploring how digital tools are shaping the future of museum accessibility. Join us for a conversation full of insights, practical ideas, and inspiration for making cultural institutions more welcoming for everyone.!

How can archives preserve stories with care, build trust with communities, and reflect on ethical stewardship in today’s world? In this Museums and Chill Pride special, we speak with Daniel Payne, Reference Archivist at The ArQuives, Canada’s LGBTQ2+ Archives. As ICOM revises its Code of Ethics, these questions are more important than ever. Tune in and join the conversation! THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS Daniel Payne, Reference Archivist at The ArQuives: Canada’s LGBTQ2+ Archives. Daniel also has a rich background in library and information science, musicology, and community-based teaching. He has worked in various roles, from head of reference services at OCAD University Library to teaching art librarianship at the University of Toronto’s iSchool. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

A compelling conversation with the Swedish art and architecture collective – MYCKET, a group whose work weaves together performance, architecture, activism and community building. We explore how their work speaks to some of the key Sustainable Development Goals covered by this year’s International Museum Day theme: SDG 8, by supporting local economies through creative employement and education.SDG 9, by fostering innovation and embracing new technologies to engage diverse audiences.SDG 11, by imagining more inclusive and resilient urban futures where culture and heritage are central. THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS MYCKET collaborations was funded in 2012 by artists, designers and architects Mariana Alves Silva, Dr. Katarina Bonnevier and Thérèse Kristiansson. Based on equity they practice at all scales and are informed by the more-than-human, the carnivalesque and queerness. They are also artistic researchers affiliated to Design +Change, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Linnaeus University, Växjö. Their artistic research practice, which often takes place together with others in large networks, has generated a breadth of outcomes; large-scale theatre productions, permanent public spaces, works of art and craft, animations, performances, text and theory production. They recieved the 2024 W-award for research in gender and architecture by the The Architectectural Review and Architects’ Journal. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

Dans ce nouvel épisode, nous avons le plaisir d’accueillir Matthieu Gill-Bougie, conseiller aux relations avec les nations autochtones au Musée de la civilisation à Québec. Membre de la Première Nation des Pekuakamiulnuatsh, il nous partage son parcours, son engagement et les initiatives mises en place pour faire du musée un acteur clé de la reconnaissance et de la réconciliation avec les peuples autochtones. De la co-création d’expositions à l’implication des jeunes générations, en passant par les partenariats internationaux, Matthieu Gill-Bougie revient sur les défis, mais aussi les espoirs liés à la valorisation des cultures autochtones dans le paysage muséal contemporain. Un échange sensible et éclairant sur la transformation des institutions culturelles vers plus de dialogue, de respect et de représentation authentique. HÔTE DE CET ÉPISODE Laetitia Conort, coordinatrice des communications numériques au Conseil international des musées. Avant de rejoindre l’ICOM, Laetitia a travaillé dans le domaine de la création contemporaine. Après un master en muséologie à l’Ecole du Louvre et un master en gestion de projets culturels à l’Institut d’Etudes Européennes (Paris 8), elle s’est spécialisée dans la communication et la coordination de projets liés à la culture et à l’art. Invité de cet épisode Matthieu Gill-Bougie agit à titre de conseiller aux relations avec les peuples autochtones au Musée de la civilisation, à Québec. Après des études en anthropologie à l’université Laval, il a notamment œuvré dans les domaines de l’animation culturelle et de la santé autochtone, avant de se joindre au Musée. D’ascendance à la fois québécoise, française et ilnue, Matthieu est membre de la Première Nation des Pekuakamiulnuatsh. DISCLAIMER Les points de vue et les opinions exprimés par les invités de notre podcast sont les leurs et ne reflètent pas les opinions ou les points de vue du Conseil international des musées (ICOM) et de ses organes et entités. Le contenu de ce podcast est fourni à des fins d’information et de divertissement uniquement. L’ICOM et ses organes et entités n’approuvent pas les déclarations ou les opinions exprimées par les invités pendant le podcast et n’en assument pas la responsabilité. Les auditeurs sont encouragés à effectuer leurs propres recherches et à demander l’avis d’un professionnel avant de prendre des décisions basées sur les informations discutées dans ce podcast.

El mes de la historia de las mujeres es un tiempo de reflexión sobre la lucha histórica por la igualdad de género. El verdadero impacto de estas conversaciones se da cuando continúan más allá de una sola fecha. En el nuevo episodio de Museums and Chill, la arqueóloga y especialista en patrimonio cultural Camila Opazo-Sepúlveda nos invita a reflexionar sobre el papel de los museos en la descolonización y la equidad de género, y por qué es fundamental que estas discusiones se sostengan a lo largo de todo el año. A lo largo del episodio, Camila comparte su visión sobre cómo los museos pueden cuestionar narrativas hegemónicas, integrar la perspectiva de género en sus exposiciones y fomentar el diálogo intercultural sin reproducir dinámicas coloniales. También nos hace preguntarnos: ¿Cómo pueden las instituciones culturales garantizar que el feminismo y la equidad no sean solo temas de marzo, sino principios incorporados en sus prácticas diarias? HOST DE ESTE EPISODIO Anapaula García Soto es coordinadora de comunicación en el Consejo internacional de museos. Antes de incorporarse al ICOM, Anapaula trabajó en diferentes proyectos de comunicación. Tiene una licenciatura en comunicación y medios digitales por el Instituto tecnológico y de estudios superiores de Monterrey y un máster en gestión de proyectos creativos, cultura y diseño por la Escuela de negocios de Rennes y la École européenne supérieure d’art de Bretagne. INVITADO DE ESTE EPISODIO Camila Opazo-Sepúlveda es especialista en patrimonio y memoria colonial, con intereses en investigación en perspectiva multicultural y feminista en el patrimonio y los museos. DISCLAIMER Las opiniones y puntos de vista expresados por los invitados de nuestro podcast son suyos y no reflejan las opiniones o puntos de vista del Consejo Internacional de Museos (ICOM) ni de sus órganos y entidades. El contenido de este podcast tiene únicamente fines informativos y de entretenimiento. El ICOM y sus organismos y entidades no respaldan ni asumen responsabilidad alguna por las declaraciones u opiniones expresadas por los invitados durante el podcast. Se recomienda a los oyentes que realicen sus propias investigaciones y busquen asesoramiento profesional a la hora de tomar decisiones basadas en la información tratada en este podcast.

This episode of our Museums and Chill podcast features a compelling conversation with multimedia artist Alfredo Salazar-Caro continues the two part special episodes inspired by the Worldbuilding, Art & Technology in a Climate Changed World event, hosted at the Serpentine Gallery, an ICOM Institutional Member, in London. Alfredo’s work spanning virtual reality, sculpture, and digital media—delves into cultural identity, memory, and storytelling, offering museums new ways to connect with diverse audiences. In this interview, Alfredo shares his perspective on how museums can embrace technology and innovation to address the challenges of our rapidly changing world. This conversation is particularly relevant as we prepare for the ICOM General Conference in Dubai, where the themes of Intangible Heritage, Youth Power, and New Technologies will take center stage. Note: This episode was recorded live, so you may notice some background noise THIS EPISODE’S HOST Anapaula García Soto is Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums. Before joining ICOM, Anapaula worked on different communication projects. She holds a B.A. on Communication and Digital Media from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and a Masters in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design from the Rennes School of Business and the École européenne supérieure d’art de Bretagne. THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS Alfredo Salazar-Caro is a multimedia artist, curator, and creative technologist whose work explores the intersections of identity, memory, and digital storytelling. Using virtual reality, sculpture, video, and immersive installations, his projects push the boundaries of contemporary art and challenge traditional narratives within museums and cultural spaces. As the co-founder of DiMoDA (Digital Museum of Digital Art), Alfredo has pioneered new ways of exhibiting digital and virtual artworks, creating platforms that expand access to art beyond physical spaces. His work has been showcased internationally at institutions such as the Tribeca Film Festival, the Musée d’Art Contemporain de Montréal, and the Pérez Art Museum Miami. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

In this episode of Museums and Chill, we sit down with Suzanne Dhaliwal, a leading climate justice creative and strategist, to explore the evolving role of museums in addressing the climate crisis. Recorded live in London after the Serpentine Gallery’s Worldbuilding, Art & Technology in a Climate Changed World event, Suzanne shares insights on how museums can authentically center Indigenous, Black, and POC voices, foster creative collaborations, and navigate ethical challenges around funding.This timely conversation aligns with ICOM’s commitment to integrating culture into climate action, as highlighted at COP29, and reflects the theme of its upcoming General Conference, The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities. Note: This episode was recorded live, so you may notice some background noise THIS EPISODE’S HOST Anapaula García Soto is Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums. Before joining ICOM, Anapaula worked on different communication projects. She holds a B.A. on Communication and Digital Media from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and a Masters in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design from the Rennes School of Business and the École européenne supérieure d’art de Bretagne. THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS Suzanne Dhaliwal is a Climate Justice Creative & Strategist Voted one of London's most influential people in Environment 2018 by the Evening Standard. In 2009 she co-founded the UK Tar Sands Network, which challenged BP and Shell investments in the Canadian tar sands in solidarity with frontline Indigenous communities, spurring the internationalisation of the fossil fuel divestment movement. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

Nous partons à la rencontre d'Ingrid Brochard, fondatrice du MuMo, le Musée Mobile. Ce musée itinérant d’art moderne et contemporain a pour mission d’apporter l’art aux publics éloignés de la culture. Ingrid Brochard partage avec nous son parcours, l'origine du projet, et les défis rencontrés dans la conception d'un musée itinérant. DISCLAIMER Les points de vue et les opinions exprimés par les invités de notre podcast sont les leurs et ne reflètent pas les opinions ou les points de vue du Conseil international des musées (ICOM) et de ses organes et entités. Le contenu de ce podcast est fourni à des fins d’information et de divertissement uniquement. L’ICOM et ses organes et entités n’approuvent pas les déclarations ou les opinions exprimées par les invités pendant le podcast et n’en assument pas la responsabilité. Les auditeurs sont encouragés à effectuer leurs propres recherches et à demander l’avis d’un professionnel avant de prendre des décisions basées sur les informations discutées dans ce podcast.

We are excited to share the latest episode of the Museums and Chill podcast, where we talk about Sustainable Development in Museums with the team behind the ICOM Award. In this episode, we discuss with the ICOM Award team about what Sustainable Development means and how it connects to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You will learn about inspiring stories of museums that are leading the way in making a positive impact on their communities and the planet. ICOM Award The ICOM Award is the first global award organised by ICOM that specifically acknowledges and honors sustainable development practices within the museum community. We believe in the power of museums to drive positive change and contribute meaningfully to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The award aims to encourage the participation of Museums in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and shed light on the concrete actions undertaken in that direction. The award process aims to be a platform to communicate the diverse ways that museums are working towards sustainable development and the SDGs. The upcoming award ceremony will take place at the 2025 ICOM General Conference. THIS EPISODE’S GUESTS Rachelle KALEE is part of the Capacity Building - Museum and Society department at ICOM and coordinates the ICOM Award. Henry McGhie runs the UK-based museum consultancy Curating Tomorrow, which works to accelerate and strengthen the contributions of museums and similar institutions to sustainable development. Why? Because museums present many opportunities to support inclusive sustainable development, incorporating human rights, peacebuilding, climate action, biodiversity conservation, Disaster Risk Reduction and more. Henry was a member of the ICOM Sustainability Working Group from 2018-23, and he has been supporting ICOM to develop the Award for Sustainable Development Practice in Museums. He also works as a consultant on ICCROM's Our Collections Matter programme, supporting sustainable development practices among heritage professionals. José Luiz Pederzoli has a background in polymer chemistry and paper-based heritage. He worked as a conservation scientist at the Netherlands Institute for Cultural Heritage (1997-2003) and ICCROM (2005-2008). Since 2005, he has been working internationally on risk management for cultural heritage, contributing to the development of new methodologies and tools, as well as to build capacity in the heritage sector. José Luiz is back at ICCROM since 2018, where he manages the Strategic Planning Unit and a portfolio of projects on risk management and sustainable development for collections-based organizations. He coordinates ICCROM’s Our Collections Matter initiative, launched in 2020 to “connect the dots” between collections-based work and the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda. DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.

Dans ce nouvel épisode, nous avons le plaisir d'accueillir Eloïse Jolly, l'une des sept membres fondatrices de l'association Musé.e.s, qui se consacre à la sensibilisation aux questions féministes et à la promotion d'initiatives dans le secteur muséal. Mme Jolly détaille les projets actuels de Musé.e.s, en mettant l'accent sur les contributions significatives des femmes dans les musées. Elle évoque également les aspirations futures de l'association Musé.e.s, en soulignant ses efforts continus pour influencer et renforcer le rôle des femmes dans le monde des musées. DISCLAIMER Les points de vue et les opinions exprimés par les invités de notre podcast sont les leurs et ne reflètent pas les opinions ou les points de vue du Conseil international des musées (ICOM) et de ses organes et entités. Le contenu de ce podcast est fourni à des fins d'information et de divertissement uniquement. L'ICOM et ses organes et entités n'approuvent pas les déclarations ou les opinions exprimées par les invités pendant le podcast et n'en assument pas la responsabilité. Les auditeurs sont encouragés à effectuer leurs propres recherches et à demander l'avis d'un professionnel avant de prendre des décisions basées sur les informations discutées dans ce podcast.

In honor of Pride Month 2024, we are delighted to feature a conversation with Museum Q, Colombia's groundbreaking museum dedicated to LGBTQI+ history and culture. This episode delves into Museum Q's unique mission of recovering, communicating, and amplifying LGBTQI+ stories within the national narrative through the museum's unconventional approach, which transcends physical walls and utilises both physical and virtual spaces to create exhibitions and foster dialogue. This episode's host Anapaula García Soto is Communications Coordinator at the International Council of Museums. Before joining ICOM, Anapaula worked on different communication projects. She holds a B.A. on Communication and Digital Media from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and a Masters in Creative Project Management, Culture and Design from the Rennes School of Business and the École européenne supérieure d'art de Bretagne. This Episode's Guest Mario Henao is Founding Member of Museo Q. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed by our podcast’s guests are their own and do not reflect the opinions or views of the International Council of Museums (ICOM) and its bodies and entities. The content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. ICOM and its bodies and entities do not endorse or take responsibility for any statements or opinions expressed by guests during the podcast. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research and seek professional advice when making decisions based on the information discussed in this podcast.