The National accessArts Centre to play key role in celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and the Republic of
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January 11, 2023
The National accessArts Centre (NaAC) to play key role in celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and the Republic of Korea
Organization will co-host marquee cultural events in Seoul and Ottawa in Summer and Fall 2023
CALGARY – The National accessArts Centre (NaAC), Canada’s largest disability arts organization, is pleased to announce that it will play a key role in celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and the Republic of Korea. Since 2018, the NaAC has become one of the most active Canadian disability arts organizations to tour internationally – and has engaged in multiple cultural exchange initiatives with Korea, including multiple joint exhibitions, hosting artists, and sharing best practices in arts programming and policy development.
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Alongside the Embassy of Canada to the Republic of Korea and the Korea Foundation, the NaAC will be co-hosting two major marquee cultural events. Intense Difference of Its Own: 60 Years of Korean-Canadian Diplomatic Relations will feature more than 60 works by the NaAC artist community, including excerpts from our latest productions in dance and music. Hosted at – and curated by – the prestigious Korea Foundation Gallery in Seoul, this exhibition will run from June to August 2023, and will be paired with a number of public events throughout this time. This exhibition will then proceed to Ottawa, where it will be showcased at the Korean Cultural Centre in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada. As part of its ongoing cultural exchange, the NaAC will also welcome a senior policy research officer from Korea’s Ministry of Culture in 2023.
“For the first time in recent history, Canadian artists living with disabilities will be front-and-centre in commemorating a significant diplomatic milestone. This is a testament to the many shared common values between Canada and the Republic of Korea, including the importance of inclusion and equity for citizens living with disabilities. The NaAC is proud to be an active player in cultural diplomacy through initiatives like these – and I know our artists are tremendously proud of their role as cultural ambassadors.” – Jung-Suk (JS) Ryu, President and CEO
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About the National accessArts Centre (NaAC)
Founded in 1975, the NaAC is Canada’s oldest and largest disability arts organization, now supporting more than 350 Canadian artists living with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Since 2020, the NaAC has launched new programs in visual arts, music, digital media, and interdisciplinary projects, with its latest interdisciplinary work – Conference of the Birds – showcased at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow. Headquartered in Calgary, the NaAC recently announced that it will open a community arts venue in Toronto, thanks to a partnership with the family of the late Canadian sculptor Won Lee.?