Babs Gons

Babs Gons is a writer, performer, and host, currently serving as the Dichter der Nederlanden for the years 2023-2025. With a rich background in creative writing, they have been a freelancer with Palabras Producties since 2009, where they inspire diverse individuals to express themselves through writing. Gons has held various roles as a juror for esteemed poetry awards and has contributed to the cultural landscape as a columnist for Het Parool and an artistic director of the Poetry Circle Nowhere. Their educational background includes degrees from Leiden University and the University of Amsterdam, among others, enriching their multifaceted career in the arts and culture sectors.