DEADLINE: 16 SEPTEMBER 2027 IN-PERSON & ONLINE

Conference Topics

1.1. Concepts and Definitions of Heritage Across Cultures, Geographies, and Historical Periods.
1.2. Conservation Theories, Philosophies, and Evolving Practices.
1.3. Authenticity, Integrity, Identity, and Cultural Significance.
1.4. Tangible and Intangible Heritage: Relationships and Interpretations.
1.5. Architectural Phenomenology and Experiential Values of Heritage.
1.6. Heritage Valuation, Interpretation, and Meaning-making Processes.

2.1. Risk Assessment, Vulnerability Analysis, and Resilience Planning.
2.2. Climate Change Impacts (Coastal Erosion, Thermal Stress, Extreme Events).
2.3. Heritage in Conflict, Post-conflict, and Disaster Contexts.
2.4. Emergency Documentation, Safeguarding, and Reconstruction.
2.5. Managing Risks from Urbanisation, Over-tourism, Neglect, and Vandalism.
2.6. Rural Abandonment, Disappearing Landscapes, and Vernacular Heritage.
2.7. Preventive Conservation and Long-term Risk Management Strategies.
2.8. Community-based Risk Preparedness and Rapid Response Approaches.

3.1. Archaeological, Historic, Modern, and Contemporary Heritage.
3.2. Industrial, Military, and Defence Heritage.
3.3. Difficult and Contested Heritage (Dark Heritage, Memory, Trauma).
3.4. Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Heritage Conservation Challenges.
3.5. Adaptive Reuse and Transformation Strategies.
3.6. Post-Crisis Reconstruction and Heritage Recovery.

4.1. Advanced Documentation (HBIM, GIS, Digital Archives).
4.2. Photogrammetry, 3D Laser Scanning, and Point-Cloud Modelling.
4.3. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) And Diagnostic Technologies.
4.4. Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Conservation.
4.5. Digital And Immersive Tools (AR, VR, MR) For Interpretation and Monitoring.
4.6. Digital Heritage, Gamification, and Public Engagement.
4.7. Integration Of Digital Tools in Heritage Risk Management.

5.1. International Charters, Legislation, and Conservation Frameworks.
5.2. UNESCO, ICOMOS, and Global Heritage Governance.
5.3. National and Local Policy-Making for Heritage Protection.
5.4. Governance Models, Management Plans, And Funding Mechanisms.
5.5. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Innovative Financing.
5.6. Role of Institutions, NGOs, and Stakeholders in Conservation.

6.1. Heritage within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
6.2. Sustainable Urban Regeneration and Historic Urban Landscape (HUL) Approaches.
6.3. Socio-economic Impacts of Heritage Conservation.
6.4. Tourism Pressures, Over-Tourism, and Sustainable Tourism Strategies.
6.5. Adaptive Reuse of Built Heritage and Cultural Landscapes.
6.6. Integration of New Functions within Historic Environments.

7.1. Community Participation and Co-Creation in Heritage Processes.
7.2. Cultural Identity, Belonging, And Social Value of Heritage.
7.3. Inclusivity, Accessibility, and “Heritage for All”.
7.4. Role of Women, Youth, and Underrepresented Groups.
7.5. Migration, Displacement, and Mobile/Ephemeral Heritage.
7.6. Awareness-Raising, Education, and Cultural Transmission.

8.1. Museology and Exhibition Design.
8.2. Storytelling, Media, and Creative Approaches to Heritage Interpretation.
8.3. Cultural Events, Festivals, and Heritage Activation.
8.4. Bridging Tangible and Intangible Heritage Through Creative Practice.
8.5. Innovation in Communication and Public Engagement.