Team

Meet Goedele, the dynamic coordinator of Crosstalks. With her background in Language & Literature and extensive publishing expertise, she combines creativity with organizational skills to foster interdisciplinary collaborations. A natural matchmaker, she thrives on facilitating unexpected encounters between artists and researchers. Those who know Goedele recognize her commitment to community engagement in her volunteer work and role as a board member for Hiros, RoSa and Moussem Nomadic Arts Centre. Additionally, Goedele is your go-to person for recommendations on must-read books, podcasts, and films.

As Crosstalks’ enthusiastic communication officer, Ine is on a mission to translate the essence of the Crosstalks activities into a language that resonates with our audiences. With a background in production and event management, she enjoys all things practical regarding the organization of the Crosstalks activities. In her free time, Ine is always on the lookout for new culinary hot spots and enjoys experimenting with baked creations to get her 2-year-old to eat vegetables (tips always welcome).

Benoît Henriet is Associate Professor of History at VUB, and the Principal Investigator of the ERC FORAGENCY. Foraging, Colonialism and More-than-Human Agency in Central Africa. He works on the (post)colonial history of Central Africa from a bottom-up perspective, recently with a strong focus on human/environment entanglements. We’re excited to collaborate with him over the coming years on an interdisciplinary series about foraging—think picking, collecting, finding, and sharing food. This series will explore the rich traditions, ecological impact, and modern relevance of foraging, inspiring new ways to engage with our environments and highlight the importance of sustainable practices. Stay tuned!