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UNESCO Cultural Heritage and Peace Conference

Building on 70 years of the Hague Convention for the protection of cultural property in the event of armed conflict.

 

The UNESCO International Conference "Cultural Heritage and Peace: Building on 70 years of the Hague Convention" marks  the 70th anniversary of the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict. This convention is a crucial international treaty that aims to safeguard cultural heritage during times of war and conflict. The conference will bring together experts, policymakers, and cultural heritage professionals from around the world to discuss the convention's impact, challenges, and future prospects. Participants will explore ways to strengthen the protection of cultural heritage in conflict zones, foster international cooperation, and promote the role of cultural heritage in building sustainable peace.

The Conference takes place 13-15 May, 2024 in The Hague, The Netherlands.

For more information visit this website.

Download the preliminary programme here.

 

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Published on 26/03/2024