Queen Mathilde reads aloud at Kringwinkel Vilvoorde to encourage reading

Queen Mathilde read to staff at the Kringwinkel in Vilvoorde to promote reading ahead of the Voorleesweek. She shared a story from 'Tussen ons, een klein handboek voor het leven' as part of the 'Boeken in meer (lezers)handen' initiative, aimed at encouraging reading among vulnerable and non-native speakers. The event highlighted the importance of language, given the diverse workforce of 60 nationalities at the Kringwinkel. Staff expressed their excitement about meeting the queen and the nostalgic feelings her reading evoked. Following the reading, she visited the book processing workshop and discussed the significance of promoting reading among adults. The Voorleesweek continues until November 21, with other notable figures scheduled to read at various Kringwinkels.