Oda Cornelia Knudsen

Head of Kongsberg Public Library, Kongsberg, Norway

Oda Cornelia Knudsen is the head of Kongsberg public library, a position she’s had for four years. Before she started as a leader, she was in charge of the children’s department at the same library. Oda Cornelia Knudsen has been working with books and literature her whole life.

Democracy and Civic Engagement Projects at Kongsberg Library

What is democracy within the libraries? Why is it important? And how can one work with different projects, engaging the public, and supporting the development of the local democracy?

Oda Cornelia Knudsen gives examples from different practices at Kongsberg public library, regarding debates, discussions, and dialogue.

Date and time: 2025-12-02, 11:35-12:15 (20 min)

Hall: DELTA