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This presentation is a culmination of Julayne Lee's 10 month Fulbright project “Adopted Koreans as Space Makers" (2024 - 2025). Through artistic research, poetry and other ways of writing and reflecting were used to document the different ways adopted Koreans take up space in Korea, the history of Korean born adoptees in their country of origin and how we correct historical myths.

What: Adopted Koreans as Space Makers: Reframing National Memory
When: Saturday, March 28, 2 - 4pm
Where: GYOPO
Who: This adoptee-centered event is open to everyone. Registration is required.
Registration: Please register on Givebutter by 12 midnight, PST, Friday, March 27
Contact: julayne@julaynelee.com (inbox will be monitored for this event only)

Schedule

1:45 - 2pm: arrive and get settled in (allow extra time for parking, take the elevator to 2nd floor)
2 - 2:30pm: presentation
2:30 - 3:00: individual reflection/small group discussion
3 - 3:45pm: Q & A (large group discussion)
3:45 - 4pm: clean up and leave
4:30pm: gather at a local venue (TBD) for further discussion and reflection

*Personal information collected will not be used for any purpose other than to notify attendees of any changes.

**Please READ the Informed Consent below before registering!

***Informed Consent***

The following information is provided for you to decide how you would like to participate in this event. You may choose to come and go at any time during the event.

This research uncovered truths that challenge traditional narratives and perceptions which can disrupt . By attending this presentation, you are opting in to learn about the history of Korean born adoptees, some of which can be triggering and bring up a myriad of different emotions. Please prioritize your own mental health during and after this event. An excellent guide compiled by adoptee advocates including a licensed psychologist can be found here. https://earsonncrc.org/mental-health-resources/

You will not be asked to complete any surveys or participate in any interviews. The nature of this event is informal and casual. Reflections shared by participants may be shared anonymously in future research and presentations. If you wish to not have your reflections anonymously included, please email julayne@julaynelee.com.

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Adopted Koreans as Space Makers: Reframing National Memory

By GYOPO

Adopted Koreans as Space Makers: Reframing National Memory

Team Members