BEFS is a forum that brings together
non-governmental organisations with
a built environment remit and acts as
the national intermediary body for
Scotland’s historic environment sector.
As an umbrella organisation, BEFS informs, mediates and advocates on strategic issues
and policies affecting the built environment, historic and contemporary. Adopting a holistic
approach, our aim is to put people at the heart of places that are both valued and of the
highest possible quality.
HOW DOES BEFS WORK?
Through its membership, working groups and workshops, BEFS provides a forum for debate
and discussion on matters relating to the built environment. Issues are discussed and views
presented to key decision makers in national and local government.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
COLLECTIVE EXPERTISE
To be recognised as the organisation that offers collective informed independent
opinion on issues affecting the historic and contemporary built environment.
COMMUNICATION
To communicate information, opinion and good practice about the historic and built
environment effectively with members, their constituents and across the sector.
MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT
To support member organisations to build their capacity and operate more
strategically and efficiently.
ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
To develop a viable organisation by ensuring there is a responsive structure with
appropriate skills and resources to deliver the outputs required to realise the vision.
OUTREACH
To work with members to develop and promote better understanding of how the historic
and built environment contributes to public benefit.