Three comprehensive e-learning modules were designed to introduce participants of the 2026 PPSF Training Programme to essential concepts and good practices in sustainable management of cultural and remembrance heritage. These modules served as the groundwork, ensuring that all professionals, regardless of their prior experience, shared a common understanding of key sustainability principles. The completion of these modules was a prerequisite to participation in the 2026 training programme, however they remain available for interested stakeholders to complete on an individual basis.

Click the link and follow the instructions provided: PPSF Training Programme – Preserving the past Securing the future

Module 1: Foundations for a Sustainable Legacy

Course Overview: WWII remembrance sites help us reflect on peace, democracy, and the sacrifices of the past. Today, these institutions must also help protect our future — by becoming more sustainable. This course explains what sustainability means, why it matters, and how you can take simple, realistic steps to make your institution more environmentally responsible — without sacrificing its historical mission. 

By the end of this course, participants will: 

• Understand sustainability in simple, practical terms 

• Recognise how climate change and environmental issues affect memory sites 

• Discover easy, low-cost ways to reduce environmental impact 

• Feel motivated to take the first steps toward ecological responsibility

Module 2: People, Memory and Social Responsibility

Course Overview: Sustainability isn’t just about saving energy or reducing waste — it’s also about people. Social sustainability means creating institutions that are fair, inclusive, connected to their communities, and able to adapt to social change. For WWII remembrance institutions, this includes representing diverse perspectives, ensuring accessibility for all, working with local people, and using education to foster peace and democratic values. This module shows you how to put these ideas into practice — clearly and concretely. 

By the end of this module, you will be able to: 

• Understand how social sustainability strengthens your institution’s mission and impact 

• Make your site more inclusive and accessible for diverse audiences 

• Build meaningful partnerships with your local community 

• Use education to connect history with today’s global challenges 

• Reflect on how your institution already contributes to a fairer, more connected society

Module 3: Managing for a Sustainable Future

Course Overview: Economic sustainability is not just about survival — it’s about building a resilient institution that brings long-term value to your community. This course shows you how to strengthen your organisation through smart governance, financial strategies, and sustainable partnerships. You’ll explore how to lead sustainability from the top, create local economic impact, access funding, and build a plan that makes sense for your site. 

By the end of this module, participants will be able to: 

• Understand how economic sustainability supports long-term mission success 

• Identify ways your institution can create local economic value 

• Recognise funding sources and strategies for sustainable development 

• Integrate sustainability into your institution’s strategy and leadership 

• Begin creating a practical action plan for long-term sustainability