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The DEN Community (opens in new tab) is for professionals in the cultural sector working on digital challenges and projects. It is the place where you share knowledge, meet colleagues, and exchange experiences and ideas. On the online platform (opens in new tab), you will find weekly updates and discussions. There is plenty of room to learn, innovate, and build the future of digitization in culture together.
In addition to the online platform, we also organize live events. The meet-up on March 19 is the second community event and is entirely focused on cybersecurity. It might not be a topic that immediately excites you, but it is crucial. Even small organizations can experience a cyberattack. Being well-prepared is not a luxury; it is a necessity.
The Museum Cyber Incident Cost Calculator, developed based on real incidents at cultural institutions, shows how wide-ranging the impact can be. In severe cases, costs can rise to 25, 50, or even more than 100 percent of the annual budget.
What can you expect?
Cybercrime increasingly affects cultural organizations. Your digital collection, audience data, and business processes are valuable and therefore attractive to malicious actors. This is precisely why it is essential to pay attention to this topic and take the first steps toward better cybersecurity now. Also, read this interesting article by cybersecurity expert Guido van Nispen about cyberattacks on Dutch museums (opens in new tab).
The meet-up on March 19 begins with a networking lunch, followed by inspiring practical stories about cybersecurity from Benno Vogt (Korzo), Bud Scheffer (Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen), and Milou Dekker (KB, national library).
Subsequently, an open-space session will take place where participants can bring their own issues and challenges related to this theme. In small groups, we will discuss the importance of cyber resilience, exchange knowledge, and share concrete tips and valuable experiences.
Will you join us on March 19?
Practical Information
Date Thursday, March 19, 2026
Time 12:00 – 16:30
Location National Education Museum, Dordrecht
Price Free, but registration is required due to the lunch
Program
This is our provisional program.
12:00 Networking lunch
13:00 Opening by Loes Hoogeboom (DEN community core member)
13:10 Explanation about the DEN community and introduction to cyber resilience
13:25 Three practical examples from the sector by Benno Vogt (Korzo), Bud Scheffer (Museum Boijmans van Beuningen), and Milou Dekker (KB, national library)
14:45 Break
15:00 Open-space sessions: bring your own topic and join the discussion
16:15 Closing and drinks
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