To preserve and protect cultural artifacts for future generations.

To promote the sale and trade of cultural artifacts.

To allow unrestricted access to cultural artifacts by the public.

To generate revenue for museums through the sale of cultural artifacts.

The Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict.

The UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions.

The UNESCO Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.

The International Council of Museums (ICOM) Code of Ethics for Museums.

To acquire, preserve, and exhibit cultural artifacts.

To conduct research on cultural artifacts and their significance.

To educate the public about the importance of cultural heritage.

To advocate for the protection of cultural heritage at the local, national, and international levels.

Natural disasters, such as earthquakes and floods.

Human-caused disasters, such as wars and looting.

Neglect and improper care of cultural artifacts.

Environmental factors, such as temperature and humidity fluctuations.

By constructing disaster-resistant buildings and storage facilities.

By implementing emergency response plans.

By conducting regular risk assessments and vulnerability studies.

By raising awareness among staff and the public about the importance of disaster preparedness.

By installing security systems and surveillance cameras.

By conducting regular security audits and risk assessments.

By training staff in security procedures and emergency response.

By working with law enforcement agencies to prevent and investigate crimes against cultural heritage.

By establishing and implementing conservation policies and procedures.

By providing training to staff in proper handling and storage techniques.

By conducting regular inspections of cultural artifacts and storage facilities.

By raising awareness among staff and the public about the importance of proper care and handling of cultural artifacts.

By maintaining stable temperature and humidity levels in storage facilities.

By using appropriate lighting and display techniques to minimize damage from UV radiation.

By conducting regular pest control and monitoring.

By implementing disaster preparedness plans to protect cultural artifacts from the effects of natural disasters.

To develop and promote ethical standards for museums.

To provide training and resources to museum professionals.

To advocate for the protection of cultural heritage at the international level.

To facilitate cooperation and collaboration among museums worldwide.

It preserves and protects cultural artifacts for future generations.

It promotes cultural diversity and understanding.

It contributes to economic development through tourism and cultural industries.

It fosters a sense of identity and belonging among communities.