Krist Biebauw
Treasurer
Krist was director of cultural centres for more than 10 years and then advised local governments in Flanders on cultural policy. Since 2011, he is director of De Krook public library in Ghent, a network of 15 libraries in the city. He was responsible for the substantive transformation of library operations in function of the 2017 opening of De Krook, the new main library. De Krook also houses research groups from Ghent University and the interuniversity research centre Imec, which develop innovation projects through citizen participation in close partnership with the library.
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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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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.