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The project for preparing volunteers to work in the State Hermitage
assumes that they pass through a period of practical work in one of the
following areas:
a) Language practice
b) Pedagogical practice in the Ropsha General Education School
c) Foundations of museum and library work
d) Social work
e) Development of organizational capabilities
The multi-faceted Ropsha
Project has as its main task to draw attention to the problem of preserving
a world heritage monument (the Palace and Park Ensemble in Ropsha). It
involves assisting in its restoration and comprises the following areas
of activity:
a) Studying the history of the ensemble and gathering information for
creating a unified archive
b) Developing projects helping to attract the attention of various state
and commercial organizations with a view to further cooperation
c) Holding competitions of children's artwork and developing international
educational programs
d) Work on the creation of a Christmas Tree Museum, organization of
exhibitions and events devoted to Ropsha and its past owners
Cooperation with international volunteer organizations such as: UNV
- United Nations Volunteers (an institution of the UN dealing with issues
of the volunteer movement), EVS - European Volunteer Service, and Concordia,
as well as with museums having experience in working with volunteers.
Arranging internships and practical experience in museums for both
Russian and foreign volunteers. Exchange of trainees with educational
institutions and cultural centers in Russia and abroad.
Attract young specialists in the field of IT for development and implementation
of multimedia and web projects.
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Schoolchildren at their studies in the Hermitage
Discussing projects
A day of volunteer work in Ropsha
Preparing for an exhibition
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