Pansori: “A Marriage Between Sound and Space”

Interview with the Biennale Artistic Director The current biannual iteration of the Gwangju Biennale runs from September 7 to December 1 for its 15th edition. The artistic director for this … Read More

Ambassador Dizon-De Vega Visits Gwangju for Filipino Family Day

In connection with her recent visit to Gwangju for the Filipino community event Palarong Pinoy at Family Day, David Richter had the opportunity to interview H. E. Maria Theresa B. … Read More

Civic Space and Human Rights Cities

Kim Dong-choon Keynotes the 14th WHRCF Interviewed by the WHRCF Secretariat The 14th World Human Rights Cities Forum (WHRCF) will take place in the human rights city of Gwangju for … Read More

GIC Hosts KOICA Fellowship Program

Human Rights Administration Enhancement in Asia By Diariatou Gaye The Gwangju International Center (GIC), in collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), has launched the 2024 Capacity Building for … Read More

Meet the World in Gwangju

– Gwangju International Community Week– By Lee Hwadahm We are only one month away from one of the biggest events organized by the Gwangju International Center (GIC). This year’s Gwangju … Read More

Civic Space and Human Rights

The 14th World Human Rights Cities Forum By Diariatou Gaye Gwangju is once again set to take center stage in the global discourse on human rights as it hosts the … Read More

A Traditional Chuseok in Modern Korea

By Diane Dooley Tradition and Modernity One thing that has always fascinated me about Korea is the way tradition and modernity blend together in contemporary society. This juxtaposition is evident … Read More

Introducing the 2024 Gwangju Biennale

Pansori, a Soundscape of the 21st Century By Kang Hyunsuk “Jennis” The 15th Gwangju Biennale, opening in September, will feature thirty one unique pavilions, including contemporary art exhibitions across cultural … Read More