Susanne Andreasen Appointed New Director of Nordic Institute in Greenland

Greenland’s cultural sector sees a significant leadership change as the Nordic Institute in Greenland (NAPA) welcomes a new director.

The Nordic Institute in Greenland (NAPA) has welcomed a new leader as Susanne Andreasen assumed the role of director on September 1, 2024. With a rich background in Greenland’s cultural landscape, Andreasen brings valuable experience to this pivotal role in Nordic-Arctic cultural relations.

Andreasen’s Background & Qualifications
Susanne Andreasen brings a wealth of experience to the new role at NAPA. From 2016 to 2023, Andreasen served as theatre director at the National Theatre of Greenland, overseeing both the theatre and its acting school. Most recently, from October 2023 until joining NAPA, Andreasen led the Suialaa Arts Festival, formerly known as the Nuuk Nordic Culture Festival. This diverse background also includes roles as a project manager, teacher, and events coordinator at Katuaq – Greenland Cultural Centre.

Andreasen’s academic credentials further bolster this experience. With a bachelor’s degree in dramaturgy from Aarhus University and a professional management qualification, Andreasen combines artistic expertise with strong leadership skills, positioning NAPA for success.

Vision for NAPA
Prior to taking on her new role, Andreasen expressed enthusiasm for the position, a vision that aligns closely with NAPA’s mission to stimulate and support the cultural scene in Greenland and the broader Nordic region:

“I’m very much looking forward to listening to artists and cultural practitioners and to being able to support and develop the industry together with them. I believe that both NAPA as an institution and the vision of Arctic perspectives being seen and recognised in the Nordic Region are important.”
Susanne Andreasen

About NAPA
The Nordic Institute in Greenland (NAPA) is a cultural institution operating under the Nordic Council of Ministers, with its office located in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital. NAPA’s primary focus is on developing, supporting, and stimulating the cultural scene in Greenland and the Nordic Region, with a particular emphasis on programs for children and young people. Andreasen’s appointment is expected to further strengthen NAPA’s role in promoting Arctic perspectives within Nordic cultural discourse. She succeeded Søren Würtz in this position.