Shadi Ardalan

Shadi Ardalan serves as the Head of Member State Relations and Governance at the Europeana Foundation. In this role, he is responsible for managing relationships with European Union member states and overseeing governance matters related to cultural heritage initiatives within Europeana.

Professional Background

• Position: Head of Member State Relations and Governance at Europeana Foundation.
• Focus Areas: His work includes engaging with EU member states to foster collaboration on cultural heritage projects, as well as leading initiatives that promote environmental sustainability within the cultural sector.12

Contributions

Ardalan is involved in various tasks, including:

• Participating in the Environmental Sustainability Practice Task Force, which aims to understand and promote sustainable practices in the cultural heritage sector.2
• Advocating for the integration of culture in Europe’s recovery efforts, particularly during significant events like the presidency events organized by Portugal.5

Additional Information

Ardalan has a background that encompasses roles in academia and various cultural institutions, which enriches his contributions to Europeana's mission of making cultural heritage accessible and sustainable across Europe.34