UNESCO World Heritage Management | Research | Conservation Funding | Cultural Diplomacy | Education www.ewht.org.uk Edinburgh World Heritage is a charity funded by charitable donations, the City of Edinburgh Council and Historic Scotland, with the role of protecting, conserving and promoting the World Heritage Site. Mission The aims of Edinburgh World Heritage are to: - Champion and represent the World Heritage Site and to monitor its state of conservation as required by UNESCO. - Co-ordinate action, through the Management Plan, to protect and enhance the outstanding universal values of the World Heritage Site and to promote its harmonious adaptation to the needs of contemporary life. - Conserve and enhance the historic fabric and historic environment of the World Heritage Site through a programme of financial assistance. - Be exemplars in the field of conservation by developing and sharing specialist knowledge, setting standards for quality of workmanship, providing advice, promoting research and facilitating the conservation work of individuals and organisations. - Build awareness of the World Heritage Site and to engender a sense of custodianship and secure long term support by promoting enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of its value and significance.