World Monuments Fund (WMF) is the leading independent organization devoted to safeguarding the world’s most treasured places to enrich people’s lives and build mutual understanding across cultures and communities. Since 1965, our global team of experts has preserved the world’s diverse cultural heritage using the highest international standards at more than 700 sites in 112 countries. With a commitment to the people who bring places to life, WMF embraces the potential of the past to create a more resilient and inclusive society. In 2025, WMF is celebrating 60 years of safeguarding the irreplaceable.
Heritage in Focus was launched in 2022 as an innovative fellowship offering emerging photographers the opportunity to document historic places and their stewards.
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