The Urbanism Hour: The Role of the Library in the 21st Century
Lunchtime webinar looking at the adaptation of libraries as diverse third spaces in the 2020s
The Urbanism Hours are virtual lunch time events that explore a given theme within the built environment, with complementary speakers and a Q&A discussion. For March's Urbanism Hour we'll be joined by Robert Seitovirta with a second speaker to be announced.
In an ever increasingly digital era, this session will explore the role of libraries as places for more than just borrowing books, referencing international and local case studies. Places for community building, equipment hire, working, studying, researching, relaxing - libraries have the capacity to occupy a vital civic role. Join us for a discussion of the how and the why.
Speakers
Second speaker to be announced.
Robert Seitovirta
Robert is Head of the Media Culture Unit at Helsinki Central Library Oodi, offering a wide range of digital services to support media literacy and creative storytelling. He collaborates closely with librarians, designers, and technologists to curate exhibitions, media literacy initiatives, and events that engage diverse audiences in creative and cultural activities.
He is a literature and library enthusiast with a background in academic research and managerial expertise from libraries and the Finnish book market. He’s passionate about digital transformation, community-oriented organizing, makerspaces and knowledge-driven leadership.
