📣 DEADLINE EXTENDED to 15 APRIL! Smithsonian Global and Heritage at State are accepting applications for Cultural Heritage Forward now through 15 April. Learn more, including how to apply, here: s.si.edu/3THtHYW

📣 CLOSING SOON! Smithsonian Global and Heritage at State are accepting applications for Cultural Heritage Forward, a new exchange program focused on inclusive practice, shared stewardship, ethical returns, and more through 10 April. Apply today: s.si.edu/3THtHYW

📢 NEXT WEEK! Smithsonian Global is hosting info sessions with Heritage at State on Cultural Heritage Forward, a new exchange program on shared stewardship, ethical returns, and more. Hear from National Museum of the American Indian SmithsonianFolklife Smithsonian National Museum of African Art and learn more: s.si.edu/3V3rU1e

📣 Open now! Smithsonian Global and Heritage at State are accepting applications for Cultural Heritage Forward, a new exchange program focused on shared stewardship, ethical returns, and more. Learn more & apply before 10 April: s.si.edu/3V3rU1e

#dyk the Tangier American Legation is the only US National Historic Landmark outside the country? Gifted to the US in 1821, today it serves as a museum, library, and outreach center. The Smithsonian recently hosted the Legation's leadership for a week of professional exchange.

On Tuesday, the Smithsonian renewed its working relationship with Department of State by signing a new agreement that outlines a framework for collaboration across the sciences, culture, and education. Read more: s.si.edu/3NBM6Tq

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It's clear that air pollution is bad for our health. But it's not always clear where air pollution comes from. Led by scientists at our @CenterforAstro, the TEMPO Mission tracks air pollution in near-real time to help us understand it and develop sustainable solutions.

Deforestation affects cities more than we think. Students from Collège les Colliberts witnessed how construction caused trees to disappear in their community, and with support from SSEC & U.S. Embassy France, they implemented a plan to keep their town green. ssec.si.edu/france-in-focus

Did you know that cigarette butts are the most common type of plastic waste? These students from Collège les Colliberts did, and they decided to take action with the help of the Smithsonian Science Education Center and U.S. Embassy France. Learn more: ssec.si.edu/france-in-focus

Young people want to protect biodiversity and create a more sustainable world. The students at Our Lady of Lourdes in Miami, Florida saw the impact of urbanization on the Everglades and decided to act, with help from SSEC and U.S. Embassy France! ssec.si.edu/france-in-focus

With a bioluminescent algae system and air quality-improving vines, these students from Lycée d'Arsonval in Saint-Paul-Lès-Dax are creating an ecological library paradise as part of their 'France in Focus' project, made possible by SSEC & U.S. Embassy France! ssec.si.edu/france-in-focus

Earth Day is every day at Smithsonian! Our new Apple Maps guide takes you around the world to see where and how our scientists, researchers, and educators are working to conserve our planet's biological heritage: s.si.edu/3AjTADp

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The Smithsonian's Office of International Relations seeks applicants interested in public diplomacy, cultural exchange, and global operations for our summer 2023 International Exchange Internship. Learn more, including how to apply, on our website: s.si.edu/3Lo0ZZk

The preservation and stewardship of cultural heritage is an important part of the work we do at the Smithsonian.

Recently, the Yemeni government asked our Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art to provide a temporary home to 77 Yemeni objects so they remain safe during ongoing unrest in the region.

One year ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. Our Smithsonian|CRI acted fast to bolster the rescue and preservation of cultural heritage. We were eager to apply our expertise to support immediate efforts on the ground.

But how else might the Smithsonian serve as the war continued?

You too can follow the journey of the São José across space and time. Let's ensure these stories continue to be remembered. #BlackHistoryMonth #SmithsonianBHM storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/3c…

Memória é fundamental para construir o nosso futuro! Hoje pela manhã, estive com a ministra Anielle Franco no National Museum of African American History and Culture. Uma visita emocionante e que nos encheu de certeza de que precisamos e teremos uma iniciativa assim no Brasil.

Happy #NationalBirdDay ! When we take care of birds and their habitats, we take care of the interconnected systems that we all depend on for survival. Take flight to support birds and find Bird Friendly® certified coffee at nationalzoo.si.edu/migratory-bird…

Reminder! The deadline to apply for our African Museology International Exchange program with Smithsonian National Museum of African Art and Heritage at State is fast approaching on 2 January 2023. To learn more, including how to apply, please visit: ow.ly/HTzz50M7kXQ

As Dr. Ellen Stofan and leaders and scientists from our @nmnh, National Zoo, @smithsonianenv, Smithsonian Science Education Center (SSEC), Smithsonian Panama, Smithsonian Global and more embark for new discussions at #COP15 and beyond, I am filled with hope for a sustainable future.

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