Project status

Past

Lead organisation

The British Institute at Ankara

Partners

Koc University Research Center for Anatolian Civilizations (ANAMED) and ICOM UK

Grant award

£930,160

Project summary

Turkey’s rich and diverse archaeological heritage was at risk due to armed conflict, terrorist attacks and frequent looting.

Safeguarding Archaeological Assets in Turkey conducted a national opinion survey and delivered online workshops to heritage professionals, journalists and the public to raise awareness about the importance of safeguarding heritage.