In order to provide a more focused structure for all its activities, a series of strategic directions were devised for the organization in 2001. Following a recent request by Council, these have now been reformulated:

1. Enhancing the capacity of national cultural heritage institutions in Member States to achieve their goals.
2. Encouraging risk preparedness, preventive conservation, and maintenance strategies in Member States.
3. Promoting integrated approaches to conservation of cultural heritage.
4. Increasing access to information about conservation, for professionals and wider audiences.

updated on: 28 December, 2009