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May 24, 2023 News

USAID SCHEP remembering its support of museums to celebrate International Museum Day

Every year on May 18th, the world comes together to celebrate International Museum Day. This occasion serves as a reminder of the significance of museums as vital cultural institutions that preserve our heritage and connect us to our past. In Jordan, this day holds even greater importance as it showcases the remarkable efforts and achievements in capacity-building, awareness raising, and funding that have contributed to its vibrant museum landscape.

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June 8, 2022 News

USAID SCHEP and the American Center of Research open the renewed University of Jordan’s National Heritage Museum

The American Center of Research and the University of Jordan opened the university’s renewed National Heritage Museum, located on the campus in Amman, with a ceremony held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Some 100 people attended this celebration of the museum’s recent renovation, which focused on bringing it up to date with current developments in museology. The museum’s emphasis on preserving, protecting, and visually presenting Jordan’s heritage received particular attention.


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May 30, 2022 News

Researching the connection between archaeology and architecture in higher education in Jordan

The profession of archaeology has many facets that can contribute to a well-rounded education. The same can be said for the architectural profession. And both archaeology and architecture have elements in common—yet institutions of higher education in Jordan have been lax in connecting the two.


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February 20, 2022 News

Shaimaa Jundaya and new cultural heritage experience in Aqaba

Shaimaa Jundaya and new cultural heritage experience in Aqaba 

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February 9, 2022 News

The American Center of Research Supports the First Natural Science Museum in Southern Jordan

The American Center of Research Supports the First Natural Science Museum in Southern Jordan

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April 15, 2021 News

Drones and GIS Applications in World Heritage Sites Management Project in Wadi Rum Protected Area

We are delighted to share that ACOR, through director Pearce Paul Creasman and under the leadership of Nizar Al Adarbeh and Jehad Haron (USAID SCHEP), has received funding from the National Geographic Society for a new archaeological project, “Drones and GIS: Monitoring Illegal Excavation and Vandalism of Archaeological Sites in Wadi Rum (UNESCO World Heritage Site).”

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January 21, 2021 News

إطلاق برنامج منح 2021

يسر مشروع استدامة الإرث الثقافي بمشاركة المجتمعات المحلية أن يعلن عن البدء باستقبال طلبات لمشاريع جديدة وذلك استجابة لجائحة كورونا التي أثرت على الأردن والعالم

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January 21, 2021 News

Call for Grants 2021!

Call for applications for support for new projects in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and the urgent need to support cultural and natural heritage in Jordan.

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December 1, 2020 News

Training Equips Jordanian Museum Professionals with New Skills in Artifact Handling

Training Equips Jordanian Museum Professionals with New Skills in Artifact Handling

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October 8, 2020 News

Safa’ Al Rafoa Preserves and Promotes Busayra’s Cultural Heritage

Safa Al Rofoa, founder of the SCHEP-supported Busayra Foundation for Cultural Heritage, was featured in Al Rai for her efforts to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Busayra.

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September 1, 2020 News

USAID SCHEP Offers Training in Health and Hygiene Practices for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 to Partners and Local Community Members

USAID SCHEP Offers Training in Health and Hygiene Practices for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 to Partners and Local Community Members

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August 31, 2020 News

USAID SCHEP and AMIDEAST Partnership Offers English Training Opportunities to over 100 Jordanians

USAID SCHEP and AMIDEAST Partnership Offers English Training Opportunities to over 100 Jordanians

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August 15, 2020 News

New Video Highlights USAID Support to Community-Led Tourism Initiative in Ghawr as Safi

New Video Highlights USAID Support to Community-Led Tourism Initiative in Ghawr as Safi

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