International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property
On 9 May 2024, ICCROM formalized a Memorandum of Understanding with the World Urban Planning Education Network (WUPEN), marking a significant milestone in our joint commitment to advancing sustainable development and the protection of cultural heritage globally, especially within rapidly urbanizing areas.
We are pleased to announce the launch of the ICCROM Register of Heritage Samples Archives!
The African World Heritage Day, proclaimed by the 38th session of UNESCO's General Conference in November 2015, is an opportunity to discuss the future of heritage in Africa and for people all over the world, in particular Africans, to celebrate the continent's unique cultural and natural heritage.
Yesterday, ICCROM's Director-General welcomed Costanza Milani, Director of the Institute of Heritage Science and Vania Virgili, Technological Manager from the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) and interim Director General of E-RIHS, to fortify the longstanding relationship between the two organizations, and explore new avenues for collaboration.
ICCROM is pleased to announce the launch of the Our Collections Matter (OCM) Self-assessment Tool. This innovative platform, accessible online, aims to connect the dots between collections-based work and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set forth by the United Nations in its 2030 Agenda to transform our world.
The World Heritage Leadership (WHL) programme is launching a second edition of the Heritage Place Lab (HPL), focused on strengthening networks across research and site management in the context of the World Heritage Convention. We invite World Heritage site managers who are seeking collaborations with researchers to improve their management processes and decision-making.
As part of the ICCROM Digital Transformation Initiative, this platform opens doors to over 1,000 samples of wall paintings from heritage sites and monuments in more than 30 countries.
Today marks a significant milestone in the history of ICCROM. After three years of meticulous planning and creative exploration, we are thrilled to unveil a new brand identity for the Organization.
In late April, Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral, the Director-General of ICCROM, had the privilege of meeting with Jan Beagle, Director-General of the International Development Law Organization (IDLO).
We are happy to launch a survey aimed at exploring how urbanization, over-tourism, disasters, and climate change intersect with the preservation and utilization of urban heritage.