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World Heritage - a force for change ...

The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) is gearing up to host its much-anticipated 21st General Assembly and Scientific Symposium in Sydney August 31 - September 9. The overarching theme, "Heritage Changes," is a clarion call to examine the dynamic shifts shaping the 2020s and the pivotal role heritage plays in driving positive change and fostering a sustainable future. Find out more here.

World Heritage - a force for change #ICOMOSGA2023
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Introducing our new CEO Jane Powles

It is our great pleasure to formally announce the appointment of Jane Powles as our CEO. Jane brings an impressive skill set, experience and background to the role, including executive leadership, policy development and advocacy in a range of for-purpose organisations. Jane comes with a strong passion for working collaboratively to drive change for a more just, equitable and sustainable world and is looking forward to supporting conservation efforts in the region.

Introducing our new CEO Jane Powles
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Conservation Standards Short Course is Back in ...

After 2 years of teaching online, we are thrilled to once again be able to offer our field-based course on Applying the Conservation Standards.

From 12th -16th September 2022 we will be hosting conservation professionals from across Australia and the Asia-Pacific at the Katoomba Convention Centre for a 5 day intensive, collaborative learning experience in residence and in nature. Registrations of interest are now open, with enrolments closing at the end of July.

Conservation Standards Short Course is Back in the Field
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Update: Protected Areas Collaboration Joint ...

In late 2020, the Protected Areas Collaboration for Learning & Research (PAC) was established as a joint venture between the Blue Mountains World Heritage Institute and the Tasmanian Land Conservancy. In 2021, The Nature Conservancy also joined the venture through a Memorandum of Understanding. A comprehensive update on the activities and initiatives of the PAC joint venture can be viewed here: https://www.bmwhi.org/protected-areas-collaboration

Update: Protected Areas Collaboration Joint Venture
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View: Mining the Blue Mountains Documentary

The Institute is pleased to support the release of the independent documentary ‘Mining the Blue Mountains’ by filmmaker James O’Connor, investigating mining pollution in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area.

The film features Dr Ian Wright, a BMWHI research associate and WSU water scientist who has been studying pollution from mines and the related impact on waterways in the World Heritage Area for over ten years.

View: Mining the Blue Mountains Documentary

You're Invited to SwampFest

You're Invited to SwampFest

The public is invited to join us at Katoomba RSL on April 26 for an interactive celebration of nature, trivia, music and art! MC Emma Magenta will host a diverse program including David King, Dr Ian Wright, Science and Pop Culture Trivia rounds, musical performances, art exhibits, raffle prizes and an auction.
All proceeds from ticket sales will go towards the monitoring and conservation of Blue Mountains Upland Swamps. Help us #AdoptASwamp by simply joining in on the night. Learn more: https://bit.ly/swampfest

View: Mining the Blue Mountains Documentary

View: Mining the Blue Mountains Documentary

The Institute is pleased to support the release of the independent documentary ‘Mining the Blue Mountains’ by filmmaker James O’Connor, investigating mining pollution in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area.

The film features Dr Ian Wright, a BMWHI research associate and WSU water scientist who has been studying pollution from mines and the related impact on waterways in the World Heritage Area for over ten years.

Read: December End of Year Wrap-Up

Read: December End of Year Wrap-Up

Our 2021 End of Year Newsletter is now available to view online. 2021 was a challenging year for most organisations but, thanks to our donors, supporters and our incredible community, we have been able to keep operating throughout the pandemic and deliver important outcomes in the aftermath of the bushfires.

We hope you enjoy this final update for 2021. We look forward to sharing more good news, events and opportunities in 2022.

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Launch: Eco-Art Space, Recovery exhibition and film

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Launch: Eco-Art Space, Recovery exhibition and film

We’re proud to release a short film documenting the story behind our recent ‘Recovery’ exhibition. The project involved a creative collaboration between artists and scientists to respond to one of the most challenging natural disasters in recent history.

In tandem, we’re thrilled to launch the Eco-Art space, an online place for eco-artists to network, collaborate and showcase their work as well as serving as the host of the Recovery exhibition.

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Scholarship applications now open for Conservation training

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Scholarship applications now open for Conservation training

Scholarship applications are now open for our 2022 Adaptive Management for Conservation training program, including our keystone course on Applying the Conservation Standards.

Join conservation practitioners from around the world in our online and field-based courses.

Applications close December 1st, 2021. Please visit https://pacollaboration.org/scholarships for more information and instructions to apply.

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Eco Arts Seminar Videos Now Available

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Eco Arts Seminar Videos Now Available

Videos are now available of the seminars delivered over a free weekend event co-hosted with the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, celebrating and showcasing the eco-arts in the Blue Mountains and beyond.

This event included the launch of the Recovery exhibition - the culmination of a collaboration between artists and citizen scientists exploring human responses to and the recovery of nature after the devastating fires of 2019/20.

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Event: Eco-Arts Weekend Seminar

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Event: Eco-Arts Weekend Seminar

The public is invited to join the Blue Mountains World Heritage Institute and the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre for a free weekend of seminars celebrating and showcasing eco-arts in the Blue Mountains and beyond.

The seminars will also provide the first look at the BMWHI Recovery online exhibition - a collaboration between scientists, artists and writers exploring the aftermath of the devastating 19-20 fires.

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A special thank you to our supporters

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A special thank you to our supporters

We’ve been overwhelmed by the support we have received over the last year from our members, donors, granting bodies, associates, board and volunteers. Thanks to their generous contributions, we were able to keep operating throughout the pandemic and deliver important research outcomes in the critical aftermath of the bushfires. We’d like to formally acknowledge all our supporters and express our sincere gratitude to our entire giving community.