Lars Ebert is the Secretary General of Culture Action Europe (CAE), the major European network of cultural networks, organisations, artists, activists, academics and policymakers. As the only intersectoral network it brings together members and strategic partners from all areas of culture. Culture Action Europe is the political voice of the cultural sector in Europe, the first port of call for informed opinion and debate about arts and cultural policy. On behalf of CAE Lars engages in an ongoing dialogue with sector representatives and policy makers across the EU.

During his previous engagements as co-director of the cultural centre H401 in Amsterdam and deputy director of The European League of Institutes of the Arts, Lars has developed a specific interest and experience in participatory practices and art-based research, that fuel his believe in the transformative role of culture towards more sustainable societies. He holds a postgraduate degree in theology, has taught cultural management and -leadership, is a frequent speaker and facilitator, publishes regularly and serves on the board of various organisations in the areas of culture, education and research. With his life partners he has set up [SIC] – Space for International Co-operation in Athens.

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