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Syrians for Heritage (SIMAT)\u00a0<\/strong>is a cultural association that strives to preserve the Syrian heritage for all Syrians and for the world. Through our tangible and intangible heritage, we can comprehend our past and anticipate our future. This understanding will help us rediscover our plurality, restore our sense of belonging to our land and country, and achieve our peaceful future.<\/span><\/p>\n

SIMAT<\/strong> is an inclusive association. It insists on broadening the discourse on Syrian heritage to encompass diverse perspectives, including those that have historically been excluded for a variety of reasons. SIMAT<\/strong> engages civil society in Syria and the Syrian diaspora and collaborates with concerned international organizations in the service of heritage education, exhibition, and conservation.\u00a0SIMAT<\/strong> aims to challenge intended and unintended infringements on and appropriation of Syrian art, culture, and architecture, and promotes the study and appreciation of Syrian heritage locally and internationally for all.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. SIMAT<\/strong> considers the heritage in its totality, from the archeological remains of the first settlements in Syria to the present cultural and artistic production.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. SIMAT<\/strong> consists of a number of Syrian experts in the various fields of heritage study, preservation, and production, covering a wide array of knowledge and representing the mosaic of the Syrian people.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. SIMAT<\/strong> values its independence from all political parties, Syrian or non-Syrian, while maintaining a fundamental affinity to Syria, its land, history, cultures, and peoples.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. SIMAT<\/strong> strives to be a bridge between the various international and national organizations interested in the conservation of the Syrian heritage and the people of Syria. It hopes to be a voice of Syria, unhindered by any affiliation to any of the warring parties active in the country or any foreign organization.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    SIMAT<\/strong> is a non-profit association for the study and preservation of the Syrian heritage, founded in January 2018 in Berlin, Germany. It is run by experts in the field of archeology, conservation and heritage preservation. SIMAT develops and implements programming in Germany, inside Syria, and in neighboring courtiers where a large number of Syrian refugees and expats live. SIMAT collaborates with local and international NGOs delivering aid to civil society groups working to assist in security and community well-being in the service of heritage conservation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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