Conserving World Heritage Sites

The World Heritage Convention has been instrumental in advancing nature conservation through policy development and practical experience, with Ichkeul National Park serving as a case study for effective monitoring and management. The chapter highlights how informal and systematic reporting, the use of Danger listings, and international assistance have evolved to support the conservation of World Heritage Sites. Key conferences established UNESCO's leading role in natural heritage conservation within the United Nations system, while the Convention provided a framework for developing principles and tools of good practice.

Cameron, C., & Rössler, M. (2016). Conserving World Heritage Sites. Many Voices, One Vision: The Early Years of the World Heritage Convention, 103–154. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315593777-4