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ICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUNPaix-Travail-PatrieREPUBLIC OF CAMEROONPeace – Work – FatherlandMINISTERE DES ARTS ET DE LA CULTURE*****ARCHIVES NATIONALESMINISTRY OF ARTS AND CULTURE*****ARCHIVES NATIONALESTél. 237 222226790/222226791Tél. 237 222226790/222226791Yaoundé, leN /L/MINAC/DANPRESS RELEASEThe Ministry of Arts of Culture would like to inform national andinternational parties that it is proceeding on behalf of the Government ofCameroun to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with the InternationalCouncil on Archives, represented by the Secretary General.The aforesaid ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 9th at 15:00exactly at the National MuseumThis Memorandum relates to the organisation of the InternationalCouncil on Archives’ first conference on African soil, taking place between24th-30th November, 2018, at the Palais de Congrès, under the very highpatronage of the President of the Republic. The theme is ‘Archives :Governance, memory and heritage’, and the main outcomes for thesemeetings is to position archives as levers for African development.The programme is expected to include activities such as meetingsbetween archivists, decision-makers and funders on topics related to ‘PanAfrican archival challenges’ as well as practical records managementtraining and preservation in the digital age.Those concerned by these efforts are: public and private sectororganisations, international organisations, non-governmental organisations,and decentralised territorial communities.CONTACT PRESSE : NKEN Clavère /CELCOM – MINACPhone: 699456272Mail : claverenken@gmail.comICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
Programme for the Memorandum of Understanding SigningCeremony between the Government of Cameroon and theInternational Council on Archives14pmArrival of guests14:40pmArrival of the ICA Secretary General and ICA Secretariat representatives14:50pmArrival of the Minister of Arts and Culture15:00pmOpening Ceremony-National Anthem15:10pmSpeech by Dr Anthea SELES, ICA Secretary General15:20pmInterlude15:20pmAddress by Professor Narcisse MOUELLE KOMBI, Plenipotentiary of S.E.Paul BIYA, President of the Republic of CameroonSigning of the MoU between the Government ofCameroon and the International Council on Archives15:40pm-TOAST- Group photo- Interview16:30pmCocktailEnd of the ceremonyArchives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
The ICA Conference in Cameroon: Involving many factorsHolding the ICA Conference on Cameroonian soilaligns with the interests of public authorities to ensurethe development of the archives function in variousadministrations and organizations in Cameroon. Thecountry’s development vision places governance atthe heart of the state's strategic management. Oneof the elements of the governance pillar is themanagement of archives, which is now a priority andthe subject of several public policies aimed at thedeveloping economic capacity, culminating in themodernization of the National Archives.In a context of technological change and big data, it goes withoutsaying that the development of records management and archival practicesalong with the reinforcement of professional capacity in this field carryeconomic, governance, sovereignty, security and cultural significance forAfrican countries. The holding of the ICA annual conference in Yaoundé offersan opportunity for archival modernization projects in both Cameroon and theAfrican continent. It is also a first step towards facilitating a collaborativeinterchange between academic and practical training in the archivesprofession. With the support of the President of the Republic, Head of State andwith the approval of the Government the organization of the AnnualConference ICA YAOUNDE 2018 is assured of the moral and political guaranteeof Cameroon.ICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
International Council on Archives : Foundedin1948undertheauspices of UNESCO, The InternationalCouncil on Archives (ICA) is a nongovernmental organization, funded by itsmembers. One of ICA's main missions is topromote the preservation and access toarchives around the world through international cooperation.With a global network, the International Council on Archives works withpolicy makers at the highest level and works closely with intergovernmentalorganizations such as UNESCO and the UN. It also has strong links with other nongovernmental organizations, such as the International Blue Shield Committee."By working to improve the management of archives, the ICA contributesto the preservation and enrichment of the world's memory. With more than 2,000members from 199 countries and territories, the International Council onArchives' mission is to channel the cultural diversity of its members in order to findeffective professional solutions and create a profession open to innovations andadaptations "says David Leitch, ICA Strategic Advisor previously SecretaryGeneral.The ICAbrings together nationalarchives institutions, professionalassociations of archivists, regional and local archives, archives of other publicand private organizations of all countries and also hosts individual archivists.Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
For 70 years, the CIA has championed the effectivemanagement of archives and the protection ofwritten heritage. To this end, it develops recognizedstandards, shares good practices and encouragesdialogue, exchange and transmission of thisknowledge across national borders. Its objectives aredefined in four key points: Encourage and support the developmentof archives in all countries, in cooperation with other intergovernmentalbodies and international non-governmental organizations; Promote, organize and coordinate the development of goodpractices and standards, as well as other activities in the field of records andarchives management; Establish, maintain and strengthen relations between archivists of allcountries and between all public and private professional institutions andbodies, wherever the headquarters are located, whose activities relate to theadministration or preservation of documents and archives or the professionaltraining of archivists, especially through the exchange of information; Facilitate the use and enhancement of archival documents by makingtheir content more widely known and facilitating access.ICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
The National Archives: an institution in regeneration that isat the service of Cameroon’sdevelopment . A body of law in constant and dynamicchange based on the law n 2000/010 ofDecember 19, 2000 governing the archivesand the Decree n 2001/958 / PM of November1, 2001 setting the modes of application of thelaw 2000/010 of 19 December 2000 governingthe archives Decree No. 2014/0882 / PM of 30 April 2014 on the organization andfunctioning of the national archives A penal code revision on July 12th, 2016 which sanctions the damage tothe archival heritage. A strategic vision promoted by the Government through Order No. 003 /CAB / PM of 17 January 2018 establishing the interministerial committeeresponsible for the restructuring of the National Archives; and focused on asix-part rescue plan including: Rehabilitation and extension of the buildings housing the National Archivesin Yaounde and Buea Annex whose process is engaged for the 2018financial year. Revising and updating the legal framework. Conduct of national and international archival audits. Construction of new infrastructures and procurement of new equipmentworthy of our country. Developing a digitization plan along with ensuring the access and securityof the archives of the State. Development of human resources and capacityArchives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
Meeting between David Fricker, ICA President and President Emmanuel MACRON during thestate visit of the French President to Canberra Australia, May 3, 2018ICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
ICA Executive Board, Château de Vincennes, April 20, 2018Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
As Secretary General, Anthea Seles isthe senior manager of the Secretariat teamand is responsible for the management ofICA’s paid staff.She coordinates the work of the ICA officersand entities on the organization’s majorinitiatives and manages its relationships withexternal partners. In charge of overseeingthe administration of the ICA constitution,she organizes meetings of the ExecutiveCouncil and the General Assembly andplays a major role in the planning of theQuadrennial Congresses and AnnualConferences. She also oversees ICA printand electronic publication schemes. Finally,she provides strategic advice to electedofficers on many topicsDr. Anthea Seles, Secretary GeneralSeles@ica.org 33 (0)1 40 27 63 49A Policy Advisor at the Library and Archives ofCanada, Jessica is on loan from that institutionand joined the ICA in February 2017. She has aPh.D. in History, with a specialty in PoliticalEconomy from Carleton University. in Ottawa,Canada. She has published several books andarticles, including Building Sanctuary: TheMovement to Support Vietnam War Resisters inCanada, 1965-73 (UBC Press, 2013).Jessica is passionate about archives and theirfundamental role for democracy and access toinformation.She looks forward to continuing the work of theprevious Program Manager, Monique Nielsen,conducting the inventory and development ofprofessional resources and engaging PCOMmembers in the work of the ICAJessica Squires, Programme Officersquires@ica.orgICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
ChristineisresponsibleforMarketing and Communication 360 of the ICA.Graduated from a Master's degree inBusiness and International Affairs andwith experience in Marketing andBusiness Development, she has a dualtrack in Business and Agency.Christine joined the ICA in 2015 tosupport her in various developmentprojects, ranging from digital mutation(such as redesign of the website andthe development of social networks)to the development of new productand service offerings (such as the DayChristine Trembleau, Head of Marketing and Communicationstrembleau@ica.org 33 (0)1 40 27 63 74International Archives) through theestablishment(especiallyConferences and other events of the ICA). Shesupervisesexternal service providers involved in its field of activity(pressofattheofficers,p a r t n e r s hi p sCongresses,consultantsandcommunicationagency, designers, etc.), coordinates the volunteers involved in the communication of the ICAand collaborates with PCOM and the different entities of the ICA.Within ICA, Christine is responsible for: The 360 marketing strategy and its implementation Development of new product and service offerings International Archives Day on June 9th Omni-channel communication policy and communication networks (print, digital, socialmedia, etc.) Contacts with the press Partnership and sponsorship agreements Contract negotiationsArchives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
Visual Illustrations of the National Archives in CameroonInternational cooperation implemented for the preservation of a rich heritageICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
International cooperation implemented for the preservation of a rich heritageBundesarchiv traveling exhibition at the NationalArchives «What are the Germans looking for inCameroon» Yaoundé, February 2017Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
Donation of ConservationandPreservationEquipment by Mr. LarsLeyman, Deputy Head ofthe Diplomatic Mission atthe Embassy of the FederalRepublic of Germany inCameroonNational Archives, Yaoundé, February 13, 2017ICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
Conservation andPreservation Workshopfunded by the GermanFund, 13 February-07March 2017Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
Conservation andPreservation fundedby the GermanICA YAOUNDE 201824-30 november 2018
The archives today In the process of rebuilding Archives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
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ICA YAOUNDE 2018WelcomeArchives : Governance, Memoryand Heritage
- National Anthem 15:10pm Speech by Dr Anthea SELES, ICA Secretary General 15:20pm Interlude 15:20pm . effective professional solutions and create a profession open to innovations and . Head of Marketing and Com-munications trembleau@ica.org 33 (0)1 40 27 63 74 . ICA YAOUNDE 2018
