Tania Manuel Casimiro (University NOVA, Lisbon): Social Challenges in Post-Medieval Archaeology: Exploring Contemporary Impacts

This lecture debates the evolving scope of Post-Medieval Archaeology, focusing on contemporary projects that address pressing social and ecological challenges. Highlighting recent research, it examines how archaeology contributes to understanding modern landscapes shaped by industrialization, colonialism, and globalization. Special attention is given to the discipline's role in community engagement, addressing heritage preservation in vulnerable environments, and promoting sustainability. By linking past and present, the lecture highlights archaeology’s potential to inform social justice and environmental resilience in a rapidly changing world.