Dries Vreven, born in Brussels in 1978, lives in Sint-Agatha-Berchem and works as a trade union secretary. Brussels is the place where he has lived all his life and he considers it important to view the evolution of Brussels in the light of history. He loves places such as Jeu de Balle, Cinquantenaire, le parc d'Egmont, the markets, snack bars, and all places where people can meet. His questions for the future concern community spirit, remaining a city of encounters, and how to combat loneliness in old age.