MFkalvot
MFkalvot is an international nonprofit research network dedicated to the study, preservation, and dissemination of cultural heritage associated with the Kalvot region. The organization operates under the expanded name Multinational Foundation for Kalvot Studies and uses the abbreviation MFkalvot. It coordinates fieldwork, archives, and digital resources, and maintains a public portal for researchers and communities.
History and scope: Founded in 2003 by partners including the University of Copenhagen, the University of Helsinki,
Structure and activities: The governance framework includes a Governing Council and a Scientific Board with representatives
Impact and reception: The organization has supported hundreds of field projects, produced peer-reviewed volumes, and informed
Criticism and challenges: MFkalvot faces debates over ownership and control of community knowledge, particularly for diasporic
See also: intangible cultural heritage, folklore studies, digital humanities.