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As Archives Intern at World Monuments Fund (WMF), one of my main tasks was to organize its collection of photographic slides. The slide archives, which date predominantly from the 1990s and early 2000s, depict WMF sites from all over the world. Not only was this project great hands-on experience with photographic archival material, but it was also fun! I felt like I was taking a trip around the world.

In this written interview, Mr. Zaid shares his thoughts on the role of community outreach in the MCM Rehabilitation Project and on the ways that local engagement in the museum’s activities can help it showcase Iraq’s rich culture once more.

Last month I had the opportunity to travel to Peru to meet with World Monuments Fund's (WMF) affiliate team in-person and witness our work throughout the country. Home to 39 of WMF's 189 projects in Latin America, Peru is, after Mexico, the country where we have been the most engaged in the region.

More and more, the importance of traditional water provision and management systems is coming to light as climate change and growing populations undermine the reliability of modern water supplies.