Architect, former deputy director of UNESCO Culture

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Who is Francesco Bandarin?

Francesco Bandarin is an architect and urbanist, specialized in urban conservation. From 2000 to 2010 he was director of the Unesco World Heritage Center and from 2010 to 2018 as Deputy Director of Unesco's culture. He is an advisor to the AGA Khan Trust for Culture and a member of the International Advisory Council of Aliph. He currently teaches at the International University Sciencespo, in Paris.

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Conference. Renew the focus on heritage conservation: the role of civil society

Reason for being the heritage of the 21st century
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 |
10:00 - 11:15
La Laguna Cajacanarias Cultural Space
Francesco Bandarin. He is an architect, former deputy director of UNESCO culture.

Seminar Reason for being of heritage in the 21st century

Reason for being the heritage of the 21st century
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 |
13:00 - 14:15
La Laguna Cajacanarias Cultural Space
This seminar brings together a set of international reference specialists who will address the heritage as a cultural, economic and social engine, from the perspective of conservation, protection and innovation.


Academic program


War disasters
This course represents an opportunity to better understand the complexities of modern war conflicts and their impact on humanity.

July 28 and 29, 2025
in-person and online

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Reason for being of heritage in the 21st century
The challenges of preserving heritage will be addressed and the revitalization of historical spaces will be discussed, giving them new lives and purposes.

July 29 and 30, 2025
in-person and online

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Neuroscience, neurotechnology and neurorights
This course raises a deep reflection on scientific, ethical, legal, and social challenges that emerge from these advances.

July 30 and 31, 2025
in-person and online

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