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Big Ideas: Freedom of Memory: A new human right?
Big Ideas: Freedom of Memory: A new human right?
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Length:
17 minutes
Released:
Oct 30, 2015
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Podcast episode
Description
This presentation introduces the concept of Freedom of Memory, which Elizabeth is currently developing. The talk proposes a possible definition for this potential new human right and explain why such a Freedom is necessary at this point in time. The presentation identifies both the benefits and responsibilities arising from Freedom of Memory. This session will also encourage discussion with attendees to consider whether such a freedom is necessary, how it could be improved and in what fora this concept could fruitfully be developed.Elizabeth Oxborrow-Cowan is a professional Archivist and qualified Management Consultant. She has run her own consultancy since 2003, working right across the archives sector throughout the UK as well as with policy bodies and professional organisations.
Released:
Oct 30, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode
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