What is the Blue Shield? Who is in it? How does it protect cultural property in crisis and conflict? Read why the Blue Shield is needed.
Blue Shield has sent missions into countries in conflict, or experiencing disasters, to conduct damage assessments and offer assistance.
See where Blue Shield has already a local committee or be invited to establish your own local committee together with Blue Shield International.
Latest Blue Shield International News
Blue Shield General Assembly 2024 – Minutes and Recording
Blue Shield International, together with our partners, the Romanian Institute for Heritage of the Romanian Ministry of Culture,
Make its Principles Known: President advocates for Hague Convention
Following the devastating loss of cultural heritage in the wars in the first half of the twentieth century,
Armenia marks Hague Convention 70th Anniversary
Peter Stone speaks at International Meeting on Protection and Restoration of Cultural Heritage with New and Emerging Technologies,
New ICA Emergency Management Guide available
“Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness: A Manual for Protecting Archives” is a comprehensive guide which aims to act
Latest News from National Committees
Heritage volunteers encouraged in Belgium
As part of International Volunteer Day (5 December), Blue Shield Belgium hosted a meet and study afternoon at
Tarn Civil Protection sign agreement with Blue Shield France
The Tarn Civil Protection is proud to announce its collaboration with the Blue Shield, formalized by the signing
70 Years of the Hague Convention and its importance in Germany
Cultural Heritage in Times of War and Crisis – 70 Years of the Hague Convention for the Protection
Military CPP a top priority for Austria – Videos available!
“Cultural Property Protection in the 21st Century: Meeting Requirements across the Forces” Conference Photo November 2024 © Blue
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