Objectives
The International School "Heritage Tourism for All" is organized by the University of Bergamo (Italy) in collaboration with the Heritage International Institute. The main objective of the School is to bring together Master’s students and professionals from around the world who are involved in heritage management, valorization, development, or cultural tourism. Participants will explore principles, concepts, methods, and best practices related to the accessibility of heritage, aiming to promote sustainable tourism in alignment with the Faro Convention, adopted by the European Council in 2005.
The International School emphasizes the significance of cultural heritage also in relation to human rights and democracy. It advocates for a broader view of heritage, focusing on its connections with communities and society. The School encourages a relational approach, considering the meanings, imaginations, needs, and values that people - both residents and temporary visitors - assign to heritage based on its functions and practices.
Location
The first part of the International School will be held in person in Bergamo (Italy) from November 25th to 29th, consisting of lectures, seminars, and visits providing a total of 18 hours. The second part will be conducted online, focusing on project work activities from December 4th to 20th, providing a total of 18 hours.
Networking
The International School counts on a strong collaboration among professors from the University of Bergamo and Universities all over the world, international and national institutions and NGOs, UNESCO, UE, Council of Europe, as well as the relevant Italian Ministries.