Founder of Tiyatrohane
– 5 September

Erk Bilgiç

Henk is also member of the steering committee of Utrecht Creative Community (UCC). UCC is a cooperation between schools in the region Utrecht and organizations and companies of the creative industry.

The ambition of UCC is to professionalize the people working in the creative industry and to increase participation in lifelong learning activities.

As a co-founder of New Silk Roads, an energetic social impact agency operating across Cairo, Tunis, and Amsterdam, Arthur collaborates with artists and designers, creative entrepreneurs, technologists, art collectors, and impact investors to pioneer bold and creative solutions for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

With a background in philanthropy, Arthur previously served as a grantmaker and strategic advisor for various organizations, including Hivos, where he led the global grantmaking program on art and culture. During his tenure, he established Digital Earth, a groundbreaking research fellowship supporting artists and designers worldwide through educational initiatives, decentralized residencies, and public programs.

Arthur is also known for his role as a co-initiator and editor of books like Vertical Atlas.

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Ragnheiður Erla Björnsdóttir

Ragnheiður Erla Björnsdóttir

Ragnheiður Erla Björnsdóttir

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