INTO serves as an indispensable resource among National Trust and like-minded organisations, bringing people together to share information, best practices and inspiration.   Our support and communications network connects and encourages organisations all around the world.

INTO offers an invaluable bank of knowledge and experience to strengthen existing National Trusts and similar bodies towards the achievement of their objectives, and to empower communities seeking to develop new Trust-like organisations where hitherto a voice for heritage did not exist.

The INTO membership includes established organisations which have been practising heritage conservation for many years as well as new and developing Trusts. No one has all the answers and there is as much for the mature bodies to learn as the fledgling ones.

2013 International Conference of National Trusts (ICNT)
With a membership that includes several organisations in the developing world, INTO has taken the first steps towards address imbalances in the conservation movement.  By taking our Conference to Uganda in 2013, we aim to broaden our organisational philosophy and understanding of the different priorities for heritage across the globe. 

Working Holidays
In a rapidly changing world National Trusts provide connections which bring people into contact with culture and places in ways which deeply enrich their lives.   INTO members are putting engagement and participation at the heart of what they do and through our Working Holidays collaboration we are helping people who love heritage get involved in practical conservation work and learn new skills.

Secondments and Training Programmes 
There is no question that both individuals engaged in heritage conservation in all its forms and the organisations they represent can gain valuable stimulus, ideas and refreshment from contact with people in other countries who are addressing the same issues. 

Global Voice for Heritage
INTO emphasises what is special about the National Trust approach and helps build the brand – nationally and internationally – through the development and promotion of best conservation practice at global level.