Matina Magkou

is a cultural manager and researcher specialized in international cultural cooperation, performing arts management and community engagement. She holds a PhD in Leisure Studies and human development from the University of Deusto. She is currently working as a freelancer/ consultant for various organizations undertaking evaluation, project management and consulting tasks. In the past she worked for large-scale events and festivals, municipalities and European institutions. She is member of the UrbanDig Project, an arts and community organization based in Athens.