• It stimulates the exchange of experience and knowledge between its members and the various disciplines, as well as between restorers outside the association itself.
  • It manages a private Conservators Register, which provides clarity to clients about the knowledge and experience of the restorer.
  • It endeavors to create strong working relationships with fellow ‘sister’ organizations and having ties with lobby groups or recognized spokespersons close to the government, which can be very useful (e.g. low VAT rates).
  • It aims to build awareness as well as recognition for the ethical codes amongst all restorers in all disciplines.
  • It organizes workshops, seminars and studio visits in order to broaden and deepen the knowledge within this field.
  • It strives towards a virtual ‘think-tank’ where restorers can come together and try to solve specific restoration problems with some insights from all the various disciplines.