MEPPI Courses

MEPPI courses are designed to provide basic theoretical and practical training in the care of a broad range of photographic materials found in the collections of museums, libraries, archives and other repositories. The courses deliver learning and hands-on experience in both classroom and workplace settings. They carefully combine theoretical and practical training to inspire a deeper understanding of photographic materials and processes, their deterioration mechanisms, and appropriate strategies for their long-term preservation. International representation among course participants fosters the exchange of ideas, philosophies, and preservation techniques, and strengthens connections between professionals for continued interaction. 

The three courses will take place between 2011 and 2014 at three separate venues – respectively in Beirut, Abu Dhabi and Amman. Each course will be attended by representatives from photographic collections throughout the region. The international representation among the participants will foster a broad exchange of ideas, philosophies, and techniques for preservation, and will strengthen ties between professionals for continued interaction.

There will be a series of three courses. The first was held in Lebanon in November 2011, and included 16 participants from eight countries. The second was held in Abu Dhabi in 2012 and included 16 participants from 10 countries. The third course will take place in Amman in January 2014

More information about MEPPI Abu Dhabi 2012

More information about MEPPI Beirut 2011 

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