After receiving the Next Library Changemaker Award, Craft, Play, Share at Multiplo Centro Culturale Cavriago in Italy has been exploring how libraries can foster creativity, collaboration, and environmental awareness through hands-on activities for children. Two Main Directions: Games and Crafts So far, the project has followed two main paths: Game design workshops – creating new […]
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After receiving the Next Library Changemaker Award, Athens Comics Library has been moving forward with an ambitious and deeply community-rooted project that explores how libraries can support well-being through creativity — across generations. From children’s creativity to senior well-being Athens Comics Library is expanding its successful Takeaway Art Packs model, originally developed to support children’s
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We invite you to take part in shaping the very first Next Library Satellite in South Korea, taking place in Seoul, May 19–22, 2026. Next Library Satellite Seoul are calling for ideas, stories, and practices that challenge and expand what libraries can be. Whether you want to share an inspiring project, lead an interactive workshop,
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We got proposals from projects from 23 different countries for this award! The jury had a hard time choosing. But while these projects weren’t selected they deserve an honourable mention: Take the Library to the Streets! Artful Community Inclusion (Ireland) LibraryLab: Intergenerational Changemakers Hub (Bulgaria) Dordthuis brugwachtershuisje (bridge keepers house) – the world’s smallest third
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We’re excited to reveal the winners of the 2025 Changemaker Award — our very first Next Library Pilot Projects are here! And the winners are… Take Away Library Packs – Athens Comics Library, Greece Craft, Play, Share! – Centro Culturale Multiplo di Cavriago, Italy Thanks to WeDoBooks for sponsoring the award and making it possible. Let’s celebrate these brilliant ideas! A huge shoutout
We’re putting the final touches on the Next Library 2025 program – and there’s plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re here for bold ideas, hands-on creativity, or meaningful connections, there’s something for everyone: 30+ interactive sessions – including new Sessions On-the-Go on Tuesday! 30+ fast-paced ignite talk 3 thought-provoking keynotes EXPO area with 20+
The Next Library Changemaker Award is on a mission to ignite bold ideas! Two winners will receive funding to kickstart pilot projects that bring the Next Library concept to life between events. We’re thrilled to have received proposals from 23 countries—a testament to the global creativity shaping the future of libraries. Now, our jury is hard
Secure your spot at Next Library 2025 and connect with library innovators from around the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore new ideas, engage in hands-on sessions, and be part of a truly global community! Date: May 24-27, 2025 Location: Aarhus, Denmark Tickets: Get Your Ticket Here What not to miss Three inspiring keynotes
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We are very excited to announce the first ever Next Library Pilot Projects: a funded opportunity for library changemakers to advance initiatives related to Next Library’s themes of sustainability, democracy, and play. The call is open now – and the deadline is March 3rd! Two winners will be selected and each will receive: One free
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Co-creation is part of our DNA – and now is the time to submit your proposal for Next Library: What do you want to share? Whether it’s an Ignite talk, a session, an outdoor experience, or another event at the conference, we want to hear from you! What are we looking for? You have the
