ICOM Qatar announced today the new formation of the National Committee, chaired by HE Sheikha Amna bint Abdulaziz Al-Thani.
The announcement came on the sidelines of the INTERCOM Doha 2023 Conference held under the theme: “Museums and their future: how to lead for success”, hosted by ICOM Qatar and organized by ICOM-INTERCOM in partnership with Qatar Museums, and in collaboration with CIMAM, ICOM SEE and ICOM Croatia.
The formation of this council marks a significant step towards strengthening Qatar’s position in the field of museums on an international scale. The panel of board members will include, Dr. Fatema Al Sulaiti, who will sit as Vice Chair of ICOM Qatar Committee, Dr. Hafiz Ali Abdulla, Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Thani, Jack Thomas Taylor, Zeina Arida, Aisha Al Attiya, Mariam Al Suwaidi (treasurer), Dr. Rashid Malheya (secretary) and Nabilah Asarow (secretary).
HE Chair of ICOM Qatar Sheikha Amna bint Abdulaziz Al-Thani praised all appointed members of the committee, saying “I am pleased to congratulate all members on the formation of ICOM Qatar, which will undoubtedly strengthen our role in the international museum community. Museums play a vital role in cultural, artistic, social, scientific, and educational development, and we believe that ICOM Qatar will contribute significantly to these areas.” Her Excellency explained that ICOM Qatar Council is “a unique platform that offers opportunities for cooperation and exchange of experiences among members of the global network. Together, we can exchange ideas, expertise, and knowledge that will promote the progression of museum practices.” ICOM is a global organization that aims to promote and protect the world’s natural and cultural heritage. ICOM has established various committees that work on specific areas of expertise, such as conservation, education, and cultural tourism. Through their work, ICOM committees contribute to enhancing the quality of museum practices, raising awareness about the value of heritage, and fostering international cooperation and exchange.
Source: Qatar News Agency