Yana Foqué appointed Director of Grazer Kunstverein

The Grazer Kunstverein announces the appointment of Yana Foqué (Belgium,1986) as the new director of the Grazer Kunstverein. She takes up her post this January, 2026. Her program will begin in April 2026.

The decision was made following an international selection process with subsequent hearings, in which over 115 national and international applicants participated. The Grazer Kunstverein is delighted to have gained Yana Foqué, an internationally experienced curator, writer and cultural manager, for this position.

Yana Foqué was Executive Director and Chief Curator at Kunstverein (Amsterdam) until March 2025. Her curatorial practice is characterised by innovative exhibition formats, a strong international network, and a clear content profile. She is currently based in Vilnius, Lithuania.

With the appointment of Yana Foqué, Grazer Kunstverein sends a clear signal for the institution’s internationally oriented, future-focused development and looks forward to working with her onwards.

Photo by Sesupe Studio (sesupe.com), 2025