NGO Accreditation Report.pdf

Museums Galleries Scotland submitted a report as a non-governmental organization accredited to advise the Committee on its contribution to implementing the Convention. The organization provided information on its identification, address, and contact person. Regarding its contribution to the implementation of the Convention at the national level, the organization stated that the UK has not ratified the Convention, but the Scottish Government has shown support for intangible cultural heritage (ICH) through various strategies and initiatives. Museums Galleries Scotland has advised the Scottish Government on ICH-related projects and cooperated with competent governmental bodies, such as the Department for Culture Media and Support and the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The organization has also been involved in initiatives to identify, define, and inventory ICH in Scotland, including a project to map current practice and knowledge of ICH across various disciplines. Additionally, the organization has participated in other safeguarding measures, including promoting the function of ICH in society and facilitating access to information relating to ICH while respecting customary practices.