Dagmar Havlova, widow of former Czech President Václav Havel, has withdrawn her consent for the use of her husband’s name by the Havel Library. She cited a loss of confidence in the library’s current leadership and its direction as the primary reason for her decision. Havlova expressed concerns about how Václav Havel’s name has been utilized by the institution and no longer wishes to be held responsible for its application. The withdrawal effectively removes Václav Havel’s name from the library’s title. However, Havlova indicated a willingness to reconsider her decision should a capable entity emerge to sustainably promote Havel’s legacy. She left the door open for future negotiations with an organization demonstrating a commitment to preserving and developing Havel’s ideals. The move signals a significant dispute regarding the representation of Havel’s name and work.