The Re/Presenting Europe consortium challenges prejudiced representations of the diverse communities shaping the Netherlands and Europe by highlighting their long presence and generating more accurate narratives.
Our work builds redress and healing into research and impact, with a focus on education, sports, and urban arts and hip hop as key sites of (mis)representation. Across the project, we take seriously the ongoing impact of colonialism and slavery and actively research and practice solidarity across differences.
Utrecht Library is based in the imposing building on the Neude, which was built in 1924 and functioned as a post office until 2011.
After years of not being used, the building was thoroughly renovated and made ready for become a library. Utrecht Library is now a place to borrow books, read, learn, share knowledge and reflect. And to meet people and relax. Curious people of all ages and backgrounds come to the Neude Library and the 12 neighborhood libraries every day. With over 87,000 members, Utrecht Library is the largest members’ club in Utrecht. They promote reading promotion and reading pleasure, digital skills, and democratic citizenship. So that everyone can participate in society.
