Living Library for schoolchildren at Annelinn Library

Thursday, May 14th
11:00–12:00
Annelinn Library of Tartu Public Library

In the Living Library, participants can meet so-called living books—people with fascinating life stories or unique backgrounds. The “living books” share their personal experiences, professions, or hobbies in small groups over multiple rounds. These interactions broaden perspectives and can also help with future career planning. The Living Library concept was first introduced in Estonia in 2006 as part of the Council of Europe’s All Different – All Equal campaign. The format was originally developed and piloted for the Roskilde Music Festival in Denmark in 2000 and has since spread and gained popularity worldwide.

In Estonian