title: Beyond Preservation: Engaging Audiences and Researchers with Web Archives
abstract: Presentation for a panel that sought to address the critical question: How can web archives move beyond preservation to engage and inspire diverse user groups actively? The discussions during the panel highlighted successful case studies and collaborative projects that have bridged the gap between archives and their users, showcasing how archives can support new research methodologies and public engagement. It was presented at the IIPC General Assembly and Web Archiving Conference held on April 8-10, 2025 in Oslo, Norway.