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Museums Around the World in the Face of COVID-19 - April 2021 (UNESCO)

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Museums Around the World in the Face of COVID-19 - April 2021 (UNESCO)

Monday April 19th, 2021

"This report not only provides a better understanding of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on museum institutions and the challenges they will face following the health crisis, but also explores the ways to support museums in the aftermath of the crisis,” declared Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO. “There is an urgent need to strengthen policies that support this sector, which plays an essential role in our societies for the dissemination of culture, education, social cohesion and support to the creative economy." she added.

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