The Association

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 or 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