17/06/2026

Negotiating Urban Futures: Transdisciplinary Action in Bahir Dar

In the rapidly expanding city of Bahir Dar, new forms of collaboration are emerging between residents of informal settlements, local authorities, and researchers. As part of the GIRT research project, a series of structured community meetings in January and February 2026 illustrated how transdisciplinary approaches can contribute to more inclusive urban development practices in Ethiopia.

17/06/2026

Bringing Perspectives Together: Stakeholders Shaping Urban Futures in Addis Ababa

In Addis Ababa, the GIRT project initiated a transdisciplinary dialogue that brings together residents, public authorities, researchers, and development actors to jointly explore pathways for more inclusive urban development. The process focused on a specific kebele housing district but also addresses broader urban challenges and transformation dynamics.

20/05/2026

GIRT workshop brings stakeholders together to shape Namutequeliua’s future

On 12 November 2025, around 35 stakeholders gathered at Lúrio University’s Marrere Campus in Nampula, Mozambique, for the second transdisciplinary workshop within the GIRT process.

20/05/2026

GIRT releases new manual on interviewing women in informal settlements

The GIRT research project has published a new practice-oriented manual: “Manual for Interviewing Women in Urban Informal Settlements and Slums.” It provides guidance for researchers, students, and practitioners working with women in informal urban contexts.

23/11/2025

Violations of cultural property and the erosion of international law

Symposium at the University for Continuing Education Krems highlights international responsibility in protecting cultural heritage

28/07/2025

SPUR travels to Trento

A report on the participation of Elisabeth Huber, scientific staff member at the Department for Building and Environment, in the 10th Ethnography and Qualitative Research International Conference.

27/06/2025

Project partners from Ethiopia and Mozambique visit the Jiří Toman Center

Project partners from Ethiopia and Mozambique visited the Jiří Toman Center.

26/06/2025

Cultural Property Protection – A Nexus of Military and Civilian Perspectives

As part of the Center for Cultural Property Protection’s SpotlightCPP event series, the Wanderausstellung Kulturgüterschutz was hosted at Schattenburg Castle in Feldkirch.

24/06/2025

GIRT-Staff Exchange with partner universities from Ethiopia and Mozambique in Krems

From June 10 to 18, 2025, the project partners of the “GIRT” project were guests in Krems.

17/06/2025

3. INACO Partner-Meeting in Dubrovnik

3rd INACO Partner Meeting in Dubrovnik: Visiting the Ombla Valley Pilot Region brings the protection of Historic Villas into Focus. The project aims to strengthen their resilience to climate change through practical, sustainable tools.

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