GHT launches Strategic Plan 2025-2028 at AGM

The Gibraltar Heritage Trust [GHT} unveiled its Strategic Plan 2025-2028, focusing on education, preservation, community collaboration, innovation, and sustainability to protect and promote Gibraltar’s cultural heritage.

The GHT presented this plan at the Trust’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday.

In a statement it said that the ambitious plan is designed to safeguard, celebrate, and share Gibraltar’s rich cultural and historical legacy, and sets a bold course for the next three years.

“The Strategic Plan envisions a Gibraltar where heritage is deeply valued and integrated into all aspects of life. It outlines a vision for collaboration across government, communities, and institutions to ensure Gibraltar’s heritage drives environmental, cultural, economic, and social progress,” said the statement.

Chairman Ian Balestrino added that, “Heritage is not just about the past—it’s a cornerstone of our identity and a foundation for our future,.

“This plan reflects our commitment to ensuring Gibraltar’s unique legacy is preserved and celebrated by all, for all.”

The GHT’s CEO, Claire Montado noted that the GHT has come a long way since it was established in 1989 and it has developed the plan after a long period of reflection and self-analysis and that the team “are excited to embark on the journey of its delivery”.

The Strategic Plan focuses on 5 main objective which are:
• Educational Outreach: Building on the growing demand and appetite for heritage material, the GHT aims to grow its staff to deliver a bespoke heritage programs for schools and the public, fostering a deep appreciation for Gibraltar’s historical assets.
• Heritage Preservation: Renewed focus on the conservation and sustainable use of Gibraltar’s physical heritage, working in partnership with government bodies, private developers, and NGOs.
• Community Collaboration: Establishment of a Community Heritage Forum to unite stakeholders—from residents, to tourists and local businesses—in the promotion and protection of Gibraltar’s heritage.
• Organisational Agility: Ensuring the Trust remains adaptable, innovative, and resilient in the face of future challenges.
• Sustainability and Funding: Expanding funding sources and partnerships to secure the Trust’s mission for generations to come.

In its statement the GHT emphasised the importance of stakeholder engagement and collaboration in achieving these objectives. An encourage the public to join the Trust and support its work.

The full Strategic Plan 2025-2028 is available at www.gibraltarheritagetrust.org.gi.