Academia & Publishing

Working with Publishers: The Librarian’s Perspective

Mutual trust is key to a successful relationship between librarians and publishers. In our latest webinar, two library leaders from Thailand and India share their experiences of the “give and take” between both sides and unpack the multifaceted issue of consortium agreements.

Arts & Humanities

“Stories Provide a Safe Space for Discussion” – A Conversation about African Folktales in Youth Crisis Management

Adolescence means finding your place in the world—facing challenges big and small, even sometimes existential. In times of upheaval, could age-old folktales be part of the answer? In this interview, the editors of a new book on storytelling and youth crisis management in Kenya and Ethiopia make their case.

Politics & Society

Public History Under Attack: An Interview with Jerome de Groot

Over the past decade – perhaps more than ever – public history has become weaponized by the populist right around the world. In this interview, Jerome de Groot discusses how political shifts, funding cuts, and culture wars are redefining our relationship with the past.

Arts & Humanities

Humanities in Iran: In Search of Meaning

In recent decades, Iranian universities have been subjected to powerful political forces, leading to ongoing pressures on academic progress. What role can the humanities play in a society where academic life itself is so deeply contested?

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