A People-Oriented heritage organisation
Liwan was established in response to the ongoing cultural devastation witnessed in the country since 2003. Wars and conflict, as well as unregulated socio-economic development, neglect and deliberate attacks, have severely undermined Iraq's cultural heritage.
An organiastion to support Iraq's cultural heritage
Conflict, instability and ensuing corruption and poor heritage practices and more generally the impact of decades of war have severely affected Iraq, its communities and heritage.
In a situation of collapse and weak state services and institutions, Liwan was established as an organisation oriented around Iraq's archaeologists, researchers, academics and those concerned with the rehabilitation and revitalisation of the country's heritage sectors.
Liwan is a non-governmental organisation registered in Iraq to give confidence and provide direct support to those who are working to rebuild their country and cultural heritage, which is vitally important for stability and peace in the country and further afield.
With a view to building a transparent and effective national heritage organisation, Liwan engages directly in projects and activities to rehabilitate Iraq's cultural heritage, conduct research of the highest calibre, and encourage and motivate the general public about the significance of Iraq's past.
Liwan is also set up to provide support to Iraqi organisations, academics, researchers and practitioners where required, especially in light of the awkward logistical challenges in the country.
