The Archipelago (formed by the Erasmus Thematic Networks that explicitly place the human being at the centre of their activities) constitutes an important forum for the humanities and social sciences. It spreads knowledge about the Networks and their activities, holds events that bring their combined expertise to bear on vital issues for European citizens. It publishes reports, an on-line journal and promotes trans-disciplinary collaboration across and beyond disciplinary borders. The Archipelago constitutes a unique 'Network of Networks', able to mobilise knowledge and insight gained through the collaboration of twenty Thematic Networks involving more than two thousand departments.