European Cultural Heritage Strategy for the 21 st century „ Page 10 - by both the national authorities and the communities which are the custodians of that heritage - so that everyone, from those most closely involved to those with a more distant connection, can appreciate it and feel a sense of responsibility. — This challenge cannot be taken on by each State in isolation. Everyone’s efforts must be carried forward, supported and extended by the others, by means of a common awareness and harmonious and consistent actions. This is the aim of this strategy for the 21st century.