Brabant's carnival gets an ambassador in The Hague: 'Incredible honorary position'

Inge van Dijk has been appointed as the first Ambassador of Brabant Carnival to raise awareness of the festival's cultural significance in national politics. The Brabant Carnival Federation aims to highlight the societal impact of carnival, addressing issues like regulations and volunteer shortages faced by local associations. Van Dijk, who has a personal connection to the festival, emphasizes the need for political attention to prevent event cancellations due to bureaucratic challenges. She notes that many in The Hague are unfamiliar with carnival, stressing the importance of keeping cultural events relevant in society.