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About the Project
Crisis and Memory
A digital oral history laboratory dedicated to documenting and preserving the experiences of communities affected by crisis, with a focus on the 2023 Artsakh displacement.
Project Overview
The Crisis and Memory project is a collaborative initiative between the American University of Armenia and the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography (NAS RA).
Our mission is to create a comprehensive digital archive of oral histories that document the lived experiences of displaced populations, preserving their memories, identities, and narratives for future generations.
Through systematic documentation and ethical research practices, we aim to contribute to the fields of memory studies, migration research, and digital humanities.
Our Mission
- 1Document and preserve oral histories of displaced communities
- 2Build accessible digital archives for researchers and the public
- 3Train new generations in oral history methodology
- 4Contribute to memory studies and migration research
