Betty Elizabeth Keough's perspective on UNESCO's World Heritage Program

Essay aus dem Jahr 2024 im Fachbereich Archaologie, , Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: This brief review critically examines Betty Elizabeth Keough's (2011) perspective on UNESCO's World Heritage Program. Keough's main argument is that the program, while well-intentioned, may have inadvertently caused more harm than good. She highlights the challenge of identifying and safeguarding valuable sites due to conflicting state interests. Keough also raises concerns about potential biases and political influence in selecting world heritage sites. Her critique underscores the lack of transparency in the decision-making process, raising questions about the committee's choices' integrity.