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SUMMARY:Bringing Libya’s Past to the Screen – Ancient Adventures: Libya
DESCRIPTION:This exclusive event will bring Cyrenaica’s rich and varied archaeological landscapes to the screen\, from monumental Classical cities to fragile and threatened coastal settlements. The film was produced through a major international collaboration between History Hit\, MarEA (Maritime Endangered Archaeology\, Ulster University)\, the World Monuments Fund\, the University of Benghazi\, and the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund. \nPresented by historian Dan Snow and producer-director Bill Locke\, the documentary offers a rare and compelling journey through Libya’s past. Viewers are taken to iconic sites such as Cyrene and Apollonia\, where urban planning\, architecture\, and maritime infrastructure reveal Libya’s central role in the ancient Mediterranean world. \nAlongside these celebrated centres\, the film also foregrounds lesser-known sites that are essential for understanding everyday life\, long-term coastal occupation\, and human engagement with dynamic maritime environments. A particular focus is placed on Al Haniyah\, a modest but archaeologically significant coastal settlement currently under severe threat from erosion and modern development. We are especially pleased to highlight that research at Al Haniyah is being undertaken in collaboration with a member of the BILNAS Council\, and that BILNAS funding directly supported the archaeological work that enabled filming at the site. \nThis screening therefore reflects not only an engaging documentary project\, but also BILNAS’s active role in supporting research\, documentation\, and the responsible public communication of Libya’s endangered heritage. \nWe are delighted that producer-director Bill Locke will be present at the screening and will share reflections on his experiences of filming in Libya\, offering personal insights into its archaeological landscapes and his impressions of this remarkable country. \n___ \nREGISTER HERE via Eventbrite \nThe film is followed by drinks and Libyan food\, so we ask members and the public to kindly make a small contribution; students can attend for free.
URL:https://www.bilnas.org/event/bringing-libyas-past-to-the-screen-ancient-adventures-libya/
LOCATION:The British Academy\, 10-11 Carlton House Terrace\, London SW1Y 5AH\, London\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Call for Papers for the “Ottoman Mobilities and Interactions” Symposium\, 13-14 April 2026 Istanbul\, Türkiye
DESCRIPTION:Call for Papers \nBILNAS\, as part of the British International Research Institutes (BIRI)\, and in partnership with Sabancı University\, invite paper proposals for a symposium organised as part of the “Ottoman Mobilities and Interactions” project. \nJoin us for this collaborative symposium “Ottoman Mobilities and Interactions” from Monday 13 to Tuesday 14 April 2026\, in Istanbul\, Türkiye. \n📆 Please note: the Deadline for submissions has been extended to FRIDAY 23 January 2026.  \nℹ️ For more information please follow this link to the BIAA website \nOttoman era research may explore themes including: \n Sacred Mobilities & Interactions\n Material Culture in Motion\n Labour & Expertise\n Displacement & Coercion\n Governance of Mobilities\n Technologies of Movement\n Spatial Politics\n Knowledge & Culture in Transit\n Urban & Rural Flows \n Check details and download the Call for Papers here. Submission deadline is January 23\, 2026.
URL:https://www.bilnas.org/event/call-for-papers-for-the-ottoman-mobilities-and-interactions-symposium-13-14-april-2026-istanbul-turkiye/
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SUMMARY:Scaling up Heritage Monitoring in Libya: Fieldwork\, Remote Sensing\, and Training – with Ahmed Mahmoud\, Muftah Alhaddad and Ahmed Buzaian
DESCRIPTION:Archaeological sites worldwide face growing threats\, increasing pressure on heritage managers to monitor and protect them\, especially in remote areas. This talk presents the EAMENA Machine Learning Automated Change Detection (MLACD) tool\, which uses satellite imagery and machine learning to detect disturbances near known sites. Results were validated through four field surveys by Libyan Department of Antiquities teams across Tripolitania\, Cyrenaica\, and Fazzan. Key threats identified include urban expansion\, vegetation growth\, looting and dumping. By combining remote sensing with field verification\, this approach offers an efficient and reliable framework for monitoring and safeguarding archaeological heritage. \nThis event will take place online via the Zoom platform: REGISTER HERE  \nAbout the Speakers: \nAhmed Mahmoud\nAhmed Mahmoud is a Research Associate at the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research\, University of Cambridge. He holds a PhD in Remote Sensing and GIS from the University of Nottingham. \nMuftah Alhddad\nMuftah Alhddad is a Libyan archaeologist and professor of Archaeology and Ancient History at Az-Zaytuna University. His current research interests include the archaeology of Roman Tripolitania\, ceramic production and typology\, the development of a spatial-database for Libya’s cultural heritage and applying Machine Learning Automated Change Detection (MLACD) technology to detect threats and risks on archaeological sites. \nAhmed Buzaian\nAhmed Buzaian is an Assistant Professor of Archaeology who earned his PhD from the University of Leicester in 2019. His research interests include the Roman economy\, field archaeology and excavation techniques\, post-excavation analysis\, and endangered archaeology\, with a particular focus on North Africa.
URL:https://www.bilnas.org/event/scaling-up-heritage-monitoring-in-libya-fieldwork-remote-sensing-and-training-with-ahmed-mahmoud-muftah-alhaddad-and-ahmed-buzaian/
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SUMMARY:Preserving the Past\, Envisioning the Future: Libya’s Heritage in Focus
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to attend ‘Preserving the Past\, Envisioning the Future: Libya’s Heritage in Focus’\, a collaborative workshop organised by BILNAS along with MarEA and King’s College London\, and dedicated to exploring Libya’s rich archaeological and cultural heritage. \nThis event brings together Libyan and international specialists working across research\, heritage protection\, and community engagement. It discusses projects funded by the Cultural Protection Fund (CPF)\, BILNAS initiatives\, and ALIPH-supported work\, to explore current projects and future directions\, offering a platform to reflect on shared challenges and innovative responses\, from capacity building and documentation to community engagement and sustainable management. \nClick here to RESERVE YOUR PLACE via Eventbrite \nThe afternoon will conclude with a drinks reception. It is open to all and we warmly encourage colleagues\, students and anyone with an interest in Libyan heritage to join us for this opportunity to engage with ongoing work and future directions in the field. \nClick here to view the Event Programme
URL:https://www.bilnas.org/event/preserving-the-past-envisioning-the-future-libyas-heritage-in-focus/
LOCATION:King’s College London\, Macadam Building MB4.2\, Macadam Building\, Surrey Street\, London\, WC2R 2NS\, United Kingdom
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