Arjan Beune
Founding member
Arjan is the former deputy director of the Reading and Writing Foundation in the Netherlands, and the previous host of Public Libraries 2020. Currently, Arjan is the manager cultural programming of a culture house called Nieuwe Veste in Breda, the Netherlands. This cultural house has in Breda multiple locations and is a combination of amature arts, music school and library.
I believe in connecting people and organisations to learn from each other and help both individuals and society grow stronger. PL2030 has a proven record of connecting innovative and inspiring people successfully within the field of libraries throughout the world and in Europe in particular. It connects the policy field of libraries to other crucial policy areas such as digital skills, social inclusion and freedom of information. It can be a bridge in linking emerging societal needs and the essential roles that libraries can play going forward.
How we work
Explore How We Strengthen Libraries and Expand Their Impact
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Advocate
We empower voices
Through targeted actions and campaigns, we amplify the voice and visibility of public libraries at EU level, raising awareness on their vital role in society and in building a stronger, more inclusive and democratic Europe. Ultimately, we aim to secure recognition and support for libraries at EU level.
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Connect
We build networks
PL2030 brings the European library sector together, fostering collaboration, partnerships, and knowledge exchange through initiatives like the Lighthouse Libraries network. This EU-wide network of innovative libraries is at the core of our efforts to build a vibrant, dynamic and interconnected European library community.
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Innovate
We experiment together
Through European-funded projects, PL2030 empowers libraries to explore new themes, technologies, and solutions that drive transformation in their services and communities. Our commitment to innovation and experimentation in the library sector is the core of our work.