Auar and Eram Organize a Seminar in Taiz on Documentation and the Preservation of National Memory

27 October 2026Taiz – Special Report

Auar Foundation for Justice and Development and Eram Foundation for Cultural and Media Development organized a seminar entitled “Documentation for Justice and Its Role in Preserving National Memory,” with active participation and attendance from representatives of local government offices, universities, political parties, civil society organizations, and civic actors

The seminar opened with the national anthem, followed by a speech from the Governorate Office of Social Affairs and Labor, delivered by Dr. Mahmoud Al-Bakkari on behalf of the Office’s Director General. He highlighted the importance of the seminar and praised the role of the two organizing foundations and their cultural and civic activities in the governorate. Mr. Suhaim Tawfiq then welcomed the attendees on behalf of Auar and Eram Foundations

Several research papers addressing different themes were presented during the seminar

The first paper, presented by Ms. Tahani Al-Omari, Director of the National Commission of Inquiry into Alleged Violations of Human Rights branch, addressed documentation for justice and the preservation of truth. It explored the concept and importance of documentation in recording conflict-related events and violations, its role in preserving information and the right to know the truth, and its contribution to supporting future justice and accountability processes

The second paper examined the role of culture in documenting national memory and preserving the collective memory of communities affected by conflict, transmitting human experiences to future generations, and building a more inclusive national narrative. It was presented by Mr. Mohammed Abdulraqeeb Noman, Deputy Director General of the Governorate Office of Culture

The third paper focused on digital spaces and national memory, examining the role of digital platforms, social media, and electronic archives in documenting events and preserving materials related to national memory. It also addressed challenges concerning credibility, data protection, and the risks of content loss or manipulation. The paper was presented by Mr. Waddah Al-Yaman Abdulqader

The fourth paper addressed the importance of digital documentation within judicial institutions and bodies, highlighting the need for digital transformation and the challenges posed by the current legislative environment. It was presented by Judge Nabil Al-Maqtari

The fifth paper explored the role of civil society organizations in preserving national memory, highlighting the contributions of local initiatives to documentation and the preservation of community archives, the challenges they face, and the importance of developing professional and secure practices in this field. It was presented by Mr. Hisham Al-Naqeeb

The seminar and its research presentations were accompanied by several contributions and interventions from attendees, enriching the discussion of documentation, justice, and the preservation of national memory