International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property 
Cultural heritage is not static. It is continuously shaped, reimagined, contested, and sustained through social, cultural, political, and economic processes. People engage with heritage to affirm identity, claim ownership, access resources, and exercise agencies in navigating an uncertain present while shaping possible futures. As artificial intelligence increasingly mediates how we see, record...
On 15 January 2026, ICCROM Director-General Gujral welcomed H.E. Mr Martin Selmayr, Ambassador of the European Union to the Holy See, the Order of Malta, the UN Organizations in Rome and to the Republic of San Marino.
On 13 January 2026, ICCROM Director-General Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral welcomed H.E. Mohamed Khelifi, Ambassador of Algeria to Italy, for discussions on strengthening ICCROM’s support to Algeria, a Member State since 1973.
ICCROM takes note of the recent announcement by the United States of America regarding its withdrawal from the Organization.
Twenty-five heritage professionals from around the World came together in Ayutthaya, Thailand, for the 2nd Training Workshop on Heritage Impact Assessment in Southeast Asia. The course focused on strengthening the capacity to use impact assessment as a practical tool for protecting heritage while supporting sustainable development locally.
ICCROM mourns the passing of Professor Frank Matero, a long-time collaborator, educator, and influential voice in heritage conservation. A leading intellectual figure in the field, Frank set the highest standards of professionalism, scientific rigour, and ethical commitment – leaving a legacy felt across the global conservation community.
Valparaíso, Chile, hosted a five-day international workshop on Enhancing the Effectiveness of World Heritage Management, convening heritage professionals for in-depth exchange and practical learning aimed at strengthening the management of World Heritage properties and other heritage places.
The 34th Session of ICCROM’s General Assembly brought together policymakers, cultural heritage professionals and diplomats for a high-level side event on “Culture–Climate nexus: the missing link.” Moderated by ICCROM Director-General Aruna Francesca Maria Gujral, the panel discussion explored how integrating culture into climate policy and disaster risk reduction strategies can create more...
A high-level dialogue to strengthen international cooperation in the face of emerging threats to cultural heritage
A high-level event held on the margins of the 34th session of the ICCROM General Assembly shone a spotlight on the vital role of traditional craftsmanship in Africa and the transformative potential of culture-driven capacity building for long-term development.