paroolSep 18, 2026, 19:31

Jörgen Tjon A Fong leaves Amsterdam Arts Council for Council for Culture

Jörgen Tjon A Fong has been appointed as the incoming chair of the national Council for Culture, effective January 2027. Currently serving as head of the Amsterdam Arts Council, Tjon A Fong will transition from his regional role to advise the government on national cultural and media policy.

The Dutch Council of Ministers has approved the appointment of Jörgen Tjon A Fong as the new chair of the Council for Culture. Tjon A Fong, who currently leads the Amsterdam Arts Council, will officially succeed Kristel Baele on January 1, 2027, following a nomination by Minister Rianne Letschert of Education, Culture and Science.

The Council for Culture serves as an independent advisory body to the government and parliament on matters concerning media, heritage, and the creative sector. Tjon A Fong brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as the director of De Kleine Komedie and as an artistic leader for the theater company Urban Myth. Throughout his career, he has focused on promoting the accessibility of the arts and has held numerous board positions across various cultural institutions and funds. He plans to utilize his diverse professional background to provide impactful guidance on national policy and cultural development.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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