Advocacy and Archaeology: Urban Intersections

Archaeologists have a history of advocating for protection and preservation of historical resources. This volume seeks to visualize archaeology as part of a movement by redefining what archaeology is and does for the greater good, inspired by the idea of revolution and excitement about the ways it is being used in social justice arenas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 274 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2023
Publisher: Berghahn Books

Archaeologists have a long history of playing a pivotal role in driving positive change, particularly in their advocacy for the protection and preservation of historical resources. As social issues continue to intersect with archaeology and historical sites, we witness archaeologists and other stakeholders actively advocating for the safeguarding of not only historic resources but also the broader social justice issues that pose threats to the communities in which these resources are located. Fueled by the ideals of revolution and enthusiasm for the ways in which archaeology is being applied in social justice arenas, this volume aims to portray archaeology as an integral part of a movement that seeks to redefine the purpose and impact of archaeology for the greater good.

Archaeologists have played a significant role in advocating for the protection and preservation of historical resources. As social issues continue to intersect with archaeology and historical sites, archaeologists and other stakeholders are increasingly advocating for the safeguarding of not only historic resources but also the broader social justice issues that pose threats to the communities in which these resources are located. Inspired by the ideals of revolution and enthusiasm for the ways in which archaeology is being applied in social justice arenas, this volume aims to portray archaeology as an integral part of a movement that seeks to redefine the purpose and impact of archaeology for the greater good.

Archaeologists have a long history of being prime agents of change, particularly in advocating for protection and preservation of historical resources. As more social issues intersect with archaeology and historical sites, we see archaeologists and others continuing to advocate for not only historic resources,but for the larger social justice issues that threaten the communities in which these resources reside. Inspired by the idea of revolution and excitement about the ways archaeology is being used in social justice arenas,this volume seeks to visualize archaeology as part of a movement by redefining what archaeology is and does for the greater good.

Archaeologists have a long history of playing a pivotal role in driving positive change, particularly in their advocacy for the protection and preservation of historical resources. As social issues continue to intersect with archaeology and historical sites, we witness archaeologists and other stakeholders actively advocating for the safeguarding of not only historic resources but also the broader social justice issues that pose threats to the communities in which these resources are located. Fueled by the ideals of revolution and enthusiasm for the ways in which archaeology is being applied in social justice arenas, this volume aims to portray archaeology as an integral part of a movement that seeks to redefine the purpose and impact of archaeology for the greater good.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800739642