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【Arts Council Tokyo】International Dispatch Program for Art Management Professionals 2026, 2nd Round: Open Call for Participants for "Gwangju Biennale, Seoul"

Published May 9, 2026 12:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 2, 2026 1:03 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Arts Council Tokyo has opened applications for its "International Dispatch Program for Art Management Professionals," sending young art management talent to the Gwangju Biennale and art fairs in Seoul. The program aims to provide international art scene experience and network building, dispatching about 3 individuals in September 2026.

Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall, the main venue of the Gwangju Biennale ©the Gwangju Biennale

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture, Arts Council Tokyo, are implementing the "International Dispatch Program for Art Management Professionals," which dispatches young art management professionals who will play a role in connecting artists and society in the future, to overseas festivals and other events for a short period.

For the second round in fiscal year 2026, participants will be dispatched to the Gwangju Biennale (Korea), one of Asia's leading international contemporary art exhibitions. Ho Tzu Nyen will serve as the artistic director, attracting attention as the first artist to be appointed. In addition, visits to the large-scale art fairs Kiaf SEOUL and Frieze Seoul, which will be held simultaneously in Seoul, are also planned.

We welcome applications from young art management professionals who aspire to international careers.

(In fiscal year 2026, dispatch to a total of 7 regions is planned.)

- Destination: The 16th Gwangju Biennale, Seoul

Purpose The purpose is to dispatch participants in conjunction with the Gwangju Biennale, Kiaf SEOUL, and Frieze Seoul to experience contemporary art trends and the world-class art market, and to build international networks with art professionals from various countries.

Examples of Activities during Stay Participation in Biennale tours, visits to galleries and museums, market visits, talk programs, and reception parties, etc.

- Dispatch Period: September 2 to September 8, 2026 (tentative) (Maximum 7 nights stay on-site) - Number of Dispatched Personnel: Approximately 3 people - Target Applicants: Primarily young curators, directors, and art professionals involved in visual arts. - Application Period: May 8, 2026 (Friday) 14:00 to June 11, 2026 (Thursday) 14:00 - How to Apply: Please apply via the special website (https://www.act-kaigaihaken.jp).

For details, please refer to the special website or the press release (PDF) below.

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【Arts Council Tokyo】International Dispatch Program for Art Management Professionals 2026, 2nd Round: Open Call for Participants for "Gwangju Biennale, Seoul"

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Purpose The purpose is to dispatch participants in conjunction with the Gwangju Biennale, Kiaf SEOUL, and Frieze Seoul to experience contemporary art trends and the world-class art market, and to build international networks with art professionals from various countries.

Examples of Activities during Stay Participation in Biennale tours, visits to galleries and museums, market visits, talk programs, and reception parties, etc.

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