ICOMOS Netherlands’ Post

Material cultural heritage is suffering enormously from the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. These issues will be addressed at a UNESCO Conference in Thr Hague (13 - 15 May). Main topic is the UNESCO 1954 Hague Convention for the protection of cultural property in the event of armed conflict, which now exists 70 years. The 1954 Convention was the first international legal framework entirely dedicated to the protection of movable and immovable heritage, setting a precedent for the preservation of heritage in international humanitarian law. Seven decades on, the Convention has steadily gained global significance, having been ratified by 135 states. The conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, among many others, have shown the importance and challenges of upholding the Convention. Stakeholders from across the globe will discuss how to uphold criminal responsibility for the destruction of cultural property, how to build military capacity on cultural property protection and a variety of other topics. Want to know more, the entire programme is available online. 👇 https://lnkd.in/e-35usQy

This May is the 70th Anniversary of the UNESCO Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. Warfare has changed dramatically since WW II, as has the treatment of cultural property/heritage during conflict and crisis. What should the protection of CPP in armed conflict look like in the 21st century? What about CPP, pre-armed conflict? Where do we address grey-zone activity that threatens cultural heritage-- tangible and intangible? Most importantly, how do we become *proactive* in the protection of cultural property and cultural heritage? Why do we focus on monitoring, and documenting the destruction, instead of focusing on the prevention of destruction in the first place? #CPP #Hague54 #culturalheritage #CHX #militarytraining

Delighted to see this. Living Heritage (Intangible Cultural Heritage) is an important focus for the UKs Cultural Protection Fund. It is about nurturing, respecting and honouring what over time has shaped contemporary values and societies and learning from that journey to inform possible futures. There is no better starting point for cultural relations than ‘let us understand & work to protect what we both value’. https://lnkd.in/eKN9z_Mx

The 1954 Hague Convention marks a crucial milestone in international efforts to protect cultural heritage. Seventy years later, it continues to be significant, ratified by 135 countries. As crises become more frequent and unpredictable, the relevance of the convention remains strong. Protecting cultural property, in both peacetime or armed conflict, involves preserving the collective memory of people and communities, and ensuring it endures for future generations to come. Culture is a core part of human identity and supports community resilience. To save culture means to save who you are. #CER #culturalemergency #1954hagueconvention #hagueconvention #culturalheritage UNESCO Netherlands Commission for Unesco

ICOMOS and ICCROM– Guidance on Post-Disaster and Post-Conflict Recovery and Reconstruction for Heritage Places of Cultural Significance and World Heritage Cultural Properties https://ow.ly/pwWY50RgLf9

Why is safeguarding our heritage so crucial? Our heritage serves as a reflection of our identity, offering symbolic, historical, cultural, and social value. It is imperative that we unite in the preservation of our heritage and actively combat #IllicitTrafficking. Learn more about UNESCO’s efforts: https://lnkd.in/euzn6KU7

Why is safeguarding our heritage so crucial? Our heritage serves as a reflection of our identity, offering symbolic, historical, cultural, and social value. It is imperative that we unite in the preservation of our heritage and actively combat #IllicitTrafficking. Learn more about UNESCO’s efforts: https://lnkd.in/euzn6KU7

#SaudiRedSeaAuthority and #SaudiHeritageCommission sign an MoU to enhance aspects of cooperation related to the documentation and promotion of marine heritage as intangible cultural heritage

Long view leadership means understanding, interpreting correctly and respecting Cultural Heritage. This will not only benefit formal/informal education but also will give impetus to innovation and creativity. The Pact for the future document is a chance for inspiring people of all ages and for times to come. A document of such stature must/should/shall have a chapter on Cultural heritage to understand the links between earth and all living beings, for achieving peace in the minds of all living beings, António Guterres. UNESCO has to take an a stance on this for September 2024.The Elders Foundation.

African World Heritage Day is designed to promote sustainable development in order to safeguard the culture for the future of the continent.. Its aim is to promote and celebrate the fantastic heritage and culture that the Continent of Africa possessess through its communities and people. Africa has numerous threats that other continents around the world do not have, from Climate Change, Civil unrest and instability to poaching, many wonders in Africa are at risk of disappearing. This day is used to highlight how important Africa is and that its value needs to be protected at all costs.. In part, it is a recognition of the fact that Africa is underrepresented on the World Heritage list. However, a lot of the properties which have made the list are in danger of destruction of climate change, and uncontrolled development.