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Through its Cultural Emergency Response (CER) programme, the Prince Claus Fund immediately 5000 Euro available for the Indonesian Heritage Trust to evaluate the damages to heritage and identify the conservation needs and priorities following the tragic earthquake that struck West Sumatra on 30 September.
CER has previously cooperated with the Indonesian Heritage Trust for restoring the mosque in the village of Rao-Rao which suffered extensive damage in the earthquake that hit West Sumatra on 6 March 2007. CER provides rapid and effective emergency relief for cultural heritage damaged or destroyed by man-made or natural disasters. By providing financial support within six months of the disaster, CER aims to stabilize the situation, prevent further damage and implement basic repairs.
The Prince Claus Fund extends its deepest condolences to the people of Indonesia who have been severely affected by the loss of lives and the destruction of property. CER wishes to assure its friends and colleagues in Indonesia that it stands ready to continue supporting those responsible for cultural heritage.
CER provides emergency relief for cultural heritages that have been affected by man-made or natural disasters.
Cultural Emergency Response
Prince Claus Fund
Herengracht 603
1017 CE Amsterdam
Tel. 31 (0)20 3449160
Fax 31 (0)20 3449166
E-mail cer@princeclausfund.nl
www.princeclausfund.nl
