Introductory Course to Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage Corporate author UNEP/InforMEA Date 2016 Source IUCN (ID: MON-092666) Title (French) Cours d'introduction à la Convention pour la protection du patrimoine mondial, culturel et naturel Title (Spanish) Curso introductorio a la Convención sobre la Protección del Patrimonio Mundial, Cultural y Natural Publisher | Place of publication UNEP | www Document type Training/educational material Language English, Spanish, French Field of application International Subject Wild species & ecosystems, Environment gen. Keyword Cultural heritage International agreement-implementation Protected area International agreement-text Abstract The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system that has ever existed. The Grand Canyon retraces two billion years of the earth's history. The Galapagos Islands inspired Charles Darwin in his theory of evolution. The Island of Gorée is a reminder of slavery. The Citadel of Haiti is a symbol of liberty, built by slaves who had gained their freedom. These cultural and natural sites are very diverse, yet they have in common the fact that they constitute, together with many others, a common heritage to be treasured as unique testimonies to an enduring past. Their disappearance would be an irreparable loss for humanity. This course introduces you to the World Heritage Convention, which is one of the most complete international instruments that exist in the field of conservation. It is based on the recognition that parts of the cultural and natural heritage of various nations are of outstanding universal significance and need to be preserved as part of the world heritage of humankind as a whole. At the end of this course, you will be able to: 1.Describe the importance conserving of our common heritage 2.Identify the core components and mechanisms established by the World Heritage Convention The course is comprised of 3 units. Each unit includes a book with links to the InforMEA glossary and relevant documents and websites, additional materials and videos. It will take you 1 hour approximately to complete the course, excluding additional materials. You can manage your time as you wish and retake the course whenever it is more convenient for you. After completing all the units and passing the quiz with an 80% of correct responses, you will receive a certificate of completion. Website e-learning.informea.org Other references Treaty Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage Treaty | Multilateral | Paris | Nov 23, 1972 Keyword: Inventory, Institution, Research, Cultural heritage, Financing, Education, Management/conservation, Data collection/reporting, Special fund, Protected area Source: IUCN (ID: TRE-155235)