The Korean Disability Arts Association will hold a literary forum on October 15 at Seoul Art Space Cheongja, focusing on the poetics and symbolism of disability literature.
Key points
•2026 A+Festival Literary Forum
•Dr. Ju Young-sook, complete translation of Muryang's Governmental Essentials
•Discussion on the value and symbolism of disability literature
The 2026 A+Festival program includes a literary forum titled 'The Poetics and Symbolism of Disability Literature,' scheduled for October 15 from 2 to 4 PM at Seoul Art Space Cheongja. The event features keynote speeches by professors and poets, divided into two sections.
Section one covers the value and future prospects of disability literature (Keynote: Professor Eui-sang Ha) and a symbolic analysis of poetry written by disabled authors (Speaker: Maeng Mun-jae). Section two explores the universality and individuality of symbolism (Keynote: Kim Jae-hong), with discussions led by poets.
Dr. Ju Young-sook will present her translation of Muryang's Governmental Essentials, emphasizing the impact of disability literature on broader literary fields. The association aims to continue hosting forums to recognize the value of disability arts.
