Wang Soyoung, CEO of Art We Can, Appointed as New President of Jung-gu Cultural Foundation

The Jung-gu Cultural Foundation announced on the 30th that it has appointed Wang Soyoung, CEO of Art We Can, as its 9th president.

Wang Soyoung, the newly appointed president, will officially take office on November 3 and is expected to lead the foundation for the next three years.

According to the Jung-gu Cultural Foundation, President Wang earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in vocal music from Sangmyung University and its graduate school, and graduated from the Udine National Conservatory in Italy. She has contributed to nurturing future talent at Sangmyung University, Dongguk University, and Soongsil University, and has held positions such as Performance Team Leader and PR & Marketing Team Leader at Jeongdong Theater, Head of the Cultural Business Division at the National Museum Cultural Foundation, and Head of the Culture & PR Division at Special Olympics Korea. As CEO of the Korea Developmental Disabilities Culture and Arts Association 'Art We Can,' she has led efforts to support the creative activities of artists with developmental disabilities, expand opportunities for cultural and artistic enjoyment, and contributed to building a foundation for independence through domestic and international stage advancement and corporate-linked employment.

Additionally, President Wang has been recognized for her contributions to culture, the arts, and social responsibility, receiving awards such as the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation, the Minister of Health and Welfare Commendation, the Person of the Year Award (Social Contribution category), and the Seoul Metropolitan Council Chairman's Award.

The Jung-gu Cultural Foundation stated that President Wang is an expert with extensive practical experience in the performing arts and cultural projects, and expressed expectations that she will implement a balanced cultural and artistic administration that embraces both public interest and artistic value based on her diverse experience.

President Wang Soyoung commented, "By using the Chungmu Art Center as a hub, I aim to create a cultural community where culture permeates daily life, and to expand opportunities for cultural participation among diverse groups by introducing creative programs that reflect rapidly changing times."

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Jung-gu Cultural Foundation. The foundation is pursuing various initiatives to enhance the cultural well-being of local residents and operates cultural spaces such as the Chungmu Art Center and eight district libraries, serving as a hub for revitalizing local arts and culture.