Suhanya Raffel named CIMAM president
Suhanya Raffel has been named the new president of CIMAM, the International Committee for Museums and Collections of Modern Art. Her two-year term starts in 2023, succeeding Mami Kataoka of the Mori Art Museum. CIMAM serves as an international platform for art museum professionals, emphasizing advocacy and sustainable practices. In light of the challenges posed by the pandemic, Raffel highlighted the need for museums to foster community connections. She aims to implement various initiatives, including online discussions, quick-response webinars, and the Museum Watch program to enhance engagement and support within the global arts community.
Key facts
- Suhanya Raffel appointed president of CIMAM
- Raffel is director of M+, Hong Kong's visual culture museum
- Term begins in 2023 for two years
- Outgoing president is Mami Kataoka, director of Mori Art Museum
- CIMAM is a global network of modern and contemporary art museum professionals
- Raffel plans to continue Rapid Response Webinars and focus on sustainability
- Museum Watch program is a cornerstone of CIMAM
- Appointment announced during CIMAM's annual conference
Entities
Institutions
- M+
- International Committee for Museums and Collections of Modern Art (CIMAM)
- Mori Art Museum
Locations
- Hong Kong