About Us

The Association of Significant Cemeteries in Europe (ASCE) is the European network comprising those public and private organisations which care for cemeteries considered to be of historical o artistic importance. ASCE in a not-for-profit organisation with a clear and global character.

Objectives

To promote European cemeteries as a fundamental part of the heritage of the humanity. To raise European citizen awareness of the importance of significant cemeteries. In order to fulfil its purposes the Association shall:

• Share experiences and best practices
• Co-operating to protect, restores and ensure ongoing care and maintenance to cemeteries.

Organisation

The governing bodies of ASCE are:

• The General Assembly
• The President
• The Steering Committee

General Assembly: is the supreme body of the Association, with its members forming part of it through proper and non-renounceable rights. The President: shall be elected by the General Assembly and represents in all respects the institutional, social, cultural and academic activities of ASCE. The Steering Committee: is the executive body that gives support the President.

You can download the ASCE Charter to read in detail about all the legal aspects of our organisation:

ASCE-charter.pdf