On 23 October In New York, Prince Amyn Aga Khan received the Hadrian Award for his lifelong support of cultural heritage in all its forms. Among many board and committee positions at cultural institutions around the world, Prince Amyn has served as a trustee of World Monuments Fund since 1997. "Prince Amyn represents the impact that steadfast leadership can have on cultural heritage sites", said Lisa Ackerman, Interim Chief Executive Officer, World Monuments Fund. World Monuments Fund’s Hadrian Gala is held every year to honour champions of conservation for their passionate commitment and extraordinary contributions to preserving and protecting the world’s shared cultural heritage.