Blue Shield Austria Featured in DCNA Podcast

In a recent episode of the DCNA Austria podcast "Wissenschaft im Einsatz" ("Science in Action"), Anna Puhr, cultural scientist and Deputy Secretary General of Blue Shield Austria, was interviewed alongside Astrid Reisinger Coracini, legal expert from the University of Salzburg and the University of Vienna. The episode explored the protection of cultural heritage during disasters, discussing responsibilities, strategies, and the integration of cultural considerations into disaster management.

DCNA Austria (Disaster Competence Network Austria) is a national network dedicated to disaster preparedness, civil protection, and crisis management, connecting research, practitioners, and public institutions to strengthen resilience across Austrian society.

In the podcast, Puhr emphasized the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration between cultural institutions, emergency services, and legal bodies to ensure effective protection of cultural property in crisis situations. She highlighted the role of civil society organizations, such as Blue Shield Austria, in providing expertise and facilitating coordination among stakeholders.

The discussion also addressed the legal frameworks relevant in disaster scenarios, with Reisinger Coracini explaining the complexities of cultural heritage law and its application during emergencies. The conversation underscored the need for pre-disaster planning, training, and preparedness measures to enhance the resilience of cultural heritage sites.

This episode contributes to the broader discourse on integrating cultural heritage protection into disaster risk management and demonstrates the collaborative efforts required to address this multifaceted challenge.

The full podcast episode is available on the DCNA Austria website and can also be accessed via platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.