Applications are now open for READY Track 2, a fully funded international training programme on safeguarding immovable, archaeological and intangible cultural heritage in the face of disasters, climate risks and complex emergencies.

Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine are among eligible countries.

READY is funded by the European Union’s Creative Europe programme with €1.5 million over three years, and implemented by the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM). The training will be hosted by the National Institute of Heritage, Romania (TBC) and implemented in collaboration with technical partners across Europe, including one agency and one museum in Ukraine.

READY Track 2 is conceived as a hybrid course. This interdisciplinary training adopts a systems-based approach to managing risks to immovable heritage – including heritage cities, sites, buildings, and archaeological remains – together with the living traditions, practices, and knowledge systems deeply connected to these places. Through multi-actor tabletop exercises and on-site emergency simulations, participants develop the ability to operate under real-time crisis conditions, apply community-centred approaches, and strengthen the resilience of heritage and associated communities. 

This course is fully funded, with no participation fee. All expenses related to travel and accommodation for the in-person training component will be covered by ICCROM. Your only requirement is a strong commitment to learning and applying your skills. 

The course is open to, but not limited to: conservation architects and engineers, heritage site managers, archaeologists, urban planners, community leaders and cultural bearers, professionals from civil protection, disaster risk management, climate science, humanitarian response and fire risk management; and military and emergency responders involved in heritage protection.

The deadline for applications is 31 March 2026. 

The course will be conducted in English. However, the multilingual team of resource persons will assist participants in understanding core concepts and key terms where necessary. Additionally, a multilingual glossary and bibliography will be provided to further support and enhance the learning experience.

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