Hedwig Fijen

Hedwig Fijen is the director of Manifesta, a prominent European biennial dedicated to contemporary art. With a strong focus on urban renewal and cultural engagement, she has been instrumental in promoting the festival's mission to revitalize cities and foster artistic expression. Recently, she participated in the formal presentation of Manifesta 17, which will take place in Coimbra in 2028, highlighting the event's significance in transforming the cultural landscape of the city.