Fondazione CHANGES joins the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage: kick-off event to launch a new european initiative

Fondazione CHANGES is proud to announce its participation in the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH), a major European initiative dedicated to strengthening the resilience of cultural heritage in the face of climate change and other societal challenges, while unlocking the vital role that heritage can play in supporting climate action and sustainable development.

Supported by the European Commission, the Partnership brings together 95 organisations from 30 countries, including universities, research organisations, cultural heritage institutions, public authorities, SMEs and civil society organisations. By connecting cultural heritage, climate science, research, innovation and policy, RCH aims to develop the knowledge, skills and solutions needed to safeguard Europe’s diverse cultural heritage while enhancing its contribution to a more resilient and sustainable future.

Recognising cultural heritage not only as an asset at risk from climate change, but also as a powerful resource for addressing contemporary challenges, the Partnership promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across sectors and countries. Through this shared effort, RCH seeks to strengthen research excellence, foster innovation and support evidence-based policymaking capable of generating lasting impact.

Over the coming years, the Partnership will launch joint transnational research calls, supported by Living Labs, training programmes, Seasonal Schools and knowledge exchange activities. These initiatives will empower researchers, professionals and communities, encourage innovative approaches to cultural heritage protection and transformation, and strengthen cooperation between research and practice, local initiatives and international networks.

Launching the Partnership in Marseille

The European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage will officially be launched on 29 September 2026 during its Kick-off Event at the iconic Mucem – Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations in Marseille, France.
The event will bring together policymakers, researchers, cultural heritage professionals, funding organisations and representatives of civil society from across Europe, marking the beginning of a long-term collaborative effort to advance research and innovation at the intersection of cultural heritage and climate change.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

– Discover the Partnership’s vision, objectives and planned activities;
– Learn about upcoming funding opportunities;
– Contribute to discussions shaping the future of cultural heritage and climate research;
– Connect with leading experts and stakeholders from across Europe;
– Foster new collaborations across disciplines and sectors.

The event will be available both in person and online, and participation is subject to registration.
Register now: LINK

Fondazione CHANGES’ Role

As a partner of RCH, Fondazione CHANGES will contribute to advancing research, innovation and knowledge exchange in the field of cultural heritage, while strengthening collaboration between academia, cultural institutions, policymakers and society. Participation in the Partnership further reinforces the Foundation’s commitment to supporting European research and innovation ecosystems, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and contributing to the development of innovative solutions for protecting and enhancing cultural heritage in a rapidly changing world.
Over the coming months, Fondazione CHANGES will actively contribute to the Partnership’s activities and keep its community informed about research opportunities, events and initiatives emerging from this ambitious European collaboration.

Safeguarding the past. Anticipating the future. This is the vision at the heart of the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage: ensuring that cultural heritage not only withstands the challenges of climate change, but also becomes a driver of resilience, sustainability and a more just future.