Gwangju International Center

GIC Talk is a weekly English talk program developed for intercultural communication and understanding among local Korean citizens with international residents in Gwangju. The program started in September 2003 with only a few participants. Nowadays, dozens of Koreans and international residents take part in the Talk Program, with focus concentrating on a different topic each week. These include world cultures, social issues, history, lifestyles, political issues, speakers' experience and other areas of interest.

Community Space for Koreans and International Residents

This community space for Koreans and international residents take place on weekends. Most presenters are international residents in Gwangju, but other influential people, such as international ambassadors and representatives of NGOs or NPOs, are also invited to give a talk. Each lecture is followed by a Q&A time where people can ask the presenter questions and exchange their ideas freely. The community space allows those who attend opportunities to be more globally aware.

Program Operation

Despite not having a program budget, GIC Talk is possible thanks to local and international residents sharing their time, knowledge, and experiences. Our appreciation also goes to GIC volunteers who host, document and review the event.

[December 7]

The GIC is celebrating the 20th Anniversary at Adios 2019

* GIC Talk will be replaced with the celebration.

* Please refer to the website for more details.

http://eng.gic.or.kr/portal/board.php?bo_table=notice_eng&wr_id=1172 

[December 14]

▶Title: Kwangju Foreign School: Who we are and where we're going!

▶Speaker: Jillian Iwanuk, Principal of Kwangju Foreign School

Did you know that there's a fabulously first-rate foreign school in Gwangju? Come visit us for a GIC Talk where Ms. Jillian Iwanuk, KFS' new Principal, and her colleagues will take you on a journey to KFS. You'll experience a student's day, some of the excellent events happening in the KFS community, and share the vision for the future of KFS. We hope to see you there!

[December 21]

▶Title: “Be the Change Project: Conflict–Part 3”

▶Speaker: Dana Han

Last time we discovered 3 main kinds of conflict: my inner ones (intrapersonal), between me and others (interpersonal), and between other people when I am not involved.

This workshop will give you a chance to try different approaches not only to express yourself, but also help the other person feel heard. This combination of empathy and honesty might increase your chances of transforming conflict into a new opportunity for growth and connection.

Hope to see you there!

[December 28]

No Talk

- Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!