Protecting culture in crisis
Cultural Emergency Response (CER) coordinates and supports locally-led protection of heritage under threat.
Cultural Emergency Response
The emergency grant and coordination mechanism
Network of Regional Hubs
Decentralizing the response to cultural emergencies
Training & Mentorship
Strengthening local capacity, leadership & networks
Making the Case
Impact, advocacy, and dialogue
Finance & Administration Officer
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Stories & Impact
Highlighting the news and impact of CER’s work around the globe.
CER in 1 minute
In 2003, CER was created to protects cultural heritage in crisis by the Prince Claus Fund. CER started as a programme in reaction to the destruction of the Bamiyan Buddhas and looting of the Iraq Museum. In the 20 years that followed CER has become a leading organization in protectecting the world’s cultural heritage. Watch to get to know more about how CER protects culture in crisis.
