This conference is co-organized by NPO Tiempo Iberoamericano in Fukuoka, and the Multicultural Fitness Community , which is based at Saga University, in Japan. It is supported by the Faculty of Art and Regional Design, and the Faculty of Culture and Education at Saga University. It is also supported by Cultnet , which is a group of researchers sharing an interest in ‘the cultural dimension’ of language teaching.
The organizers and supporters of Intercultural Dialogue through the Arts: Community Development, Education and Policy, which includes academically-oriented practical arts-based workshops as well as academic presentations, aim to generate wide-ranging forms of intercultural dialogue through which interconnected global and local issues can be explored within the spheres of education, language, culture, and society through the arts. Scholars, educators, practitioners and community stake-holders from different fields will be invited to participate in this event to further promote intercultural exchange, community development, and educational and policy initiatives through the arts. The conference will take place from 21-24 September 2017 in Fukuoka and Saga, Japan.
TOPICS
Topic areas connecting intercultural dialogue and the arts may include, but are not limited to:
Community Development
• Arts-based community development in intercultural spaces
• Body, art, identity, expression and intercultural exchange
• Virtual arts-based community development online
• Intercultural institutions and community development
Education
• Arts-based (non-)verbal intercultural communication in foreign language education
• Cultural diversity, expression and social empowerment through language arts
• Translating art interculturally and multiculturally
• Exploring cultural expressions in linguistics and the arts
Policy
• Art, intercultural citizenship and global action
• Regional design, intercultural communication, cultural tourism and public policy
• Intercultural dialogue about tangible and intangible heritage management, public policy and the arts
• Ageing, lifelong learning, social connection, health, disability and public policy in intercultural communities
4 Days Program
Presentation Sessions workshops Artistic Presentations Exhibitions and posters
| DAY 1 | Sep 21 (Thu) Location: Saga University, Saga City (Free of charge & open to the general public) |
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| There is no registration fee for Day 1 of the Conference. The only fee is for the “Pottery decal workshop” of 1,000 yen (plus postage if needed). | |
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Registration Student Volunteers: Maki Maeda, Sopnil Mehedi, Devi Oktabrianti, Janjira Sukwai (Tick Tock) Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Opening Address Speakers: Stephanie Ann Houghton, Peter Roux, Dana Lee Angove & Elida Maria Matsumoto Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 09:30-11:00 | Session 1 (RP) Saga Dance Revitalization Project Moderator: Dana Lee Angove PP1 - Takami Suzuki: History of Saga traditional dance (Menburyu/Furuyu): A literary view PP2 - Stephanie Ann Houghton: Dance fitness as heritage management/revitalization: An intercultural view PP3 - Kenji Fukudome: Supporting ageing society through dance fitness: A scientific view Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 11:00 - 11:30 | Break |
| 11:30 - 13:00 | Session 2 (RP) Graduate Research Presentations Moderator: Stephanie Ann Houghton PP4 - Janjira Sukwai: Intercultural Space PP5 - Devi Oktabrianti: Dance and non-verbal communication PP6 - Maki Maeda: Promoting intercultural communication through art Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 13:00 - 13:45 | International Lunch * Please bring a packed lunch to share |
| 13:45 - 14:00 | Dance Performance Moderator: Stephanie Ann Houghton DP1 - Muhamad Mustofa: Indonesian REMO dance Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 14:00 - 16:00 | Session 3 (RP) Guest Speakers Moderator: Peter Roux PP7 - Sebastio Pimenta: The International Artist in Residence Program at Kouraku Kiln in Arita PP8 - Johanna DeMaine & Tatsuya Tsutsui: Fusion: A blend of East and West: Ancient and contemporary PP9 - Elida Maria Matsumoto: NPO Flaming Elephant PP10 - Ellie Schimelman: The Cross-cultural Collaborative in Ghana Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 16:00 - 16:15 | Break |
| 16:15 - 17:30 | Workshops Moderator: Stephanie Ann Houghton Elida Maria Matsumoto: Tea Party with pottery from Kouraku Kiln, Arita (Please bring some tea to share) - FREE - Ana R. Verissimo with Kenji Fukudome & Sopnil Mehedi: Science in the Park (STEAM) - FREE - Sebastio Pimenta: Pottery decal workshop - Yen 1000 - * Please pay cash on the day (1000 yen/person include materials and firing). The finished item can be collected at Tiempo on Sunday 23rd September, or mailed to you individually (at additional expense). Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 17:30 - 18:00 | Break |
| 18:00 - 20:00 | Dinner • Please register online in advance (3000 yen/person) ** Click here for REGISTRATION Cafe Sonnes, near Saga University entrance |
| DAY 2 | Sep 22 (Fri) Location: Saga University, Saga City (Ticketing fees apply) |
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| Conference Registration is needed OR one Voucher Coupon for each Workshop or Academic Session OR a 1-Session ticket for each Workshop or Academic Session. | |
| 08:30 - 09:00 | Registration Student Volunteers: Maki Maeda, Sopnil Mehedi, Devi Oktabrianti Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 09:00 - 10:30 | Session 1: Mask dance in Korea and Saga (RP) Moderator: Stephanie Ann Houghton PP11 - Keong Ku: Mask dance in Korea PP12 - Bokyong Cha & Hansol Kang: Korean mask dance at elementary school level PP13 - Stephanie Ann Houghton: Menburyu mask dance Location: Room A101, Art Building 1, 2F |
| 10:30 - 11:00 | Break |
| 11:00 - 13:30 | Workshop Stephanie Ann Houghton & Kazuki Miyata: Menburyu mask dance (Part 1) * Please bring sportswear, sports shoes, towel and a drink Location: Sports Center 2F |
| 13:30 - 13:45 | Dance Performance Moderator: Stephanie Ann Houghton DP2 - Striesand Lee: Philippine JOTA dance and music Location: Sports Center 2F |
| 13:45 - | Travel to Fukuoka * Lunch and transport are not provided |
| 18:30 - | Dinner • Please register online in advance on conference website (4000 yen/person) ** Click here for REGISTRATION Cafe Restaurante "Sancho Panza" (Latin Culture Center "Tiempo", Fukuoka City) |
PR = Peer Reviewed & RP= Research in Progress
** Please note that photos and video will be taken throughout the conference at both conference venues for promotional purposes. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
List of Accepted Speakers
The following (peer-reviewed) proposals have been accepted for presentation at the conference. However, applicants are urged to register for the conference as soon as possible to guarantee their position in the final program, noting the July 15thearlybird deadline. Many thanks.
ABSTRACTS
| Speaker(s) Affiliation(s) |
Title | |
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| 1 | Jessie Hsieh Assistant Professor (Intercultural Communication/Social Participation), National Chi-Nan University, Taiwan. |
"Arts in the Community and Social Participation: A General Education Course for Intercultural Citizenship and Community Development" |
| 2 | Elida Maria Matsumoto NPO Chair: Honoo no Zou Flaming Elephant; Healing Arts, Fukuoka, Japan/Fine Artist, Art Performance Producer, Fukuoka, Japan. |
"How community can benefit from arts for its development: a reading and writing project in Nungua/ Ghana (Africa)" |
| 3 | Ellie Schimelman Founding Director, Cross Cultural Collaborative, Ghana. |
"Using Arts for Social Change and Understanding" |
| 4 | Kyoko Kawaguchi Journalist, Fulbright Fellow. Levy Solomon Senior Assistant Professor, Sojo University (English Language), Kumamoto, Japan. |
"From stigma to strength: A study of the international vertical fitness phenomenon, pole dancing" |
| 5 | Mélissa Lakrout Student at the University of Manchester, Intercultural Communication Master degree (graduation in December) and Deputy Head, ‘Créateurs: We think so we art’ association, Paris, France. |
"The body: a bridge for intercultural exchange" |
| 6 | Takeshi Baba 愛知教育大学博士課程１年 |
"落書き防止のための壁画制作に焦点を置いたサービス・ラーニングの開発" |
| 7 | Dana Lee Angove Lecturer (Intercultural Communication), Organization for General Education, Saga University, Japan. Peter W. Roux Lecturer, Organization for General Education, Saga University, Japan. |
"Global citizenship in motion: Dance and dialogue for intercultural learning" |
| 8 | Yuki Koide Theatre and Film Arts course, Waseda University, Tokyo. Stephen Ryan Professor, School of Culture, Media and Society, Waseda University, Tokyo. |
"Exploring the possibilities of “English Through Drama”: An ethnographic investigation" |
| 10 | Stephanie Ann Houghton Associate Professor (Intercultural Communication), Graduate School of Regional Design in Art and Economics/Faculty of Art and Regional Design/Faculty of Culture and Education, Saga University, Japan. |
"Dance, Dance-Fitness and Intercultural Language Education" |
| 11 | "Intercultural Communication through children’s literature" | |
| 12 | Daphna Markman Zinemanas School of art therapy, Haifa University, The Kibuzim College, Israel. |
"Conceptualization of the Additional Value of Art psychotherapy: Intersubjectivity and Visual Symbolization" |
| 13 | Suzuki Takami 准教授・福岡大学人文学部フランス語学科 |
"フランスと日本のアルゼンチンタンゴー異文化コミュニケーションの一例" |
| 14 | Ana R. Verissimo Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University. |
"Scientific literacy through the arts" |
| 15 | Keong Ku Assistant Professor, English Education, Graduate School of Education, Keimyung University, Korea; Director, Global LYNCs in Korea. |
"Global LYNCs Project: Developing Korean Primary and Middle School Students’ Intercultural Communicative Competence" |
| 16 | Shunichi Morita アートフェアアジアフクオカ2017. 実行委員長 |
"現代アートの祭典、アートフェアの可能性について" |
| 17 | Leticia Yulita Lecturer (Intercultural Communication and Spanish), University of East Anglia, England. |
"From creating a leaflet to engaging with the community" |
| 18 | Boon-Joo Park Associate Professor, English Dept., Daegu Catholic University, South Korea |
"The Effects of Collaborative Learning on Intercultural Communicative Competence between Korean EFL University Students and ForeignExchange Students with Various Cultural Backgrounds" |
| 19 | Zhuo Min Huang Manchester Institute of Education The University of Manchester, UK |
"Making Meanings of Intercultural Experience through an Introspective Space of Creative-Visual-Arts" |
| 20 | Kumi Eguchi Assistant Professor, Kyushu University |
"Interdisciplinary Study on Evaluation of Kasuri Culture" |
| 21 | Laurence Chevalier Professor, SeinanGakuin University, Foreign Language Department (French Division) |
"From Language to Dance: A Teaching Perspective" |
| 22 | Tsu-chia Julia Hsu Department of Applied Foreign Languages, Lunghwa University of Science and Technology, Taiwan |
"Exploring Intercultural Encounters’ Learning Perspectives" |
| 23 | Kim Rockell Associate Professor, Center for Language Research, University of Aizu |
"Noh-ing English at a Japanese University" |
| 24 | Hongtao Jing Lecturer Soka University |
"A Curriculum for Intercultural Citizenship Education in a Japanese University" |
| 25 | Vincent Lefrançois French Instructor Seinan Gakuin Institut Francais Artist |
"Intercultural Communication through Bandes Dessinees (French Comics)" |
Publication Opportunity
Proposals will be submitted to peer review by the Academic Screening Committee.
Peer-reviewed presentations will be made on Days 3 and 4 of the conference (Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September 2017). These will lead to publication in conference proceedings.
Day 1 stream: In the spirit of Cultnet, Day 1 of the conference (Thursday 21 September 2017) will be dedicated to informal presentations of ongoing research (non-peer reviewed) aimed at promoting general academic discussion and networked support. Day 1 activities are included in the conference registration fee. They are also open (free of charge) to registered Cultnet members, and academic researchers with an interest in communicating their research interculturally (including both academic staff and research students at any level, from any disciplinary background). These presentations will not lead to publication in conference proceedings.
Organizing Committee Members
Santiago Herrera, NPO Tiempo Iberoamericano, Fukuoka, Japan. Founder/ President, Organizing Committee Co-Chair.
Stephanie Ann Houghton, Associate Professor (Intercultural Communication), Graduate School of Regional Design in Art and Economics/Faculty of Art and Regional Design/Faculty of Culture and Education, Saga University, Japan. MFC co-founder. Organizing Committee Co-Chair, Academic Sub-Committee Chair. (Cultnet member)
Dana Lee Angove, Lecturer (Intercultural Communication), Organization for General Education, Saga University, Japan. MFC co-founder, Organizing Committee Vice Chair.
Stephanie Weston, Professor (International Relations), Faculty of Law, Fukuoka University, Japan, Tiempo Board of Directors.
Elida Maria Matsumoto, NPO Chair: Honoo no Zou Flaming Elephant; Healing Arts, Fukuoka, Japan/Fine Artist, Art Performance Producer, Fukuoka, Japan.
Mie Ishii, Associate Professor (Textile Preservation) Graduate School of Regional Design in Art and Economics/Faculty of Art and Regional Design, Saga University, Japan.
Jessie Hsieh, Assistant Professor (Intercultural Communication/Social Participation), National Chi-Nan University, Taiwan. (Cultnet member)
Levy Sol, Sojo University (English Language), Kumamoto, Japan.
Adriana Díaz, Lecturer, (Spanish and Latin American Studies), School of Languages and Cultures, University of Queensland, Australia. (Cultnet member)
Hongtao Jing, Lecturer (Language education and intercultural communication), Soka University, Tokyo, Japan. (Cultnet member)
Keong Ku, Assistant Professor, English Education, Graduate School of Education, Keimyung University, Korea; Director, Global LYNCs in Korea. (Cultnet member)
Leticia Yulita, Lecturer (Intercultural Communication and Spanish), School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK. (Cultnet member)
Peter W. Roux, Lecturer, Organization for General Education, Saga University, Japan.
Ana Verissimo, Saga University, Faculty of Medicine, Assistant Professor.
Suzuki Takami, Associate Professor, University of Fukuoka.
Bouvier Jean-Christian, Producer of the CM Festival.
Bailey Onaga, Assistant Language Teacher, Chikushino Board of Education.
Academic Screening Committee Members
Stephanie Ann Houghton Ph.D, Associate Professor (Intercultural Communication), Graduate School of Regional Design in Art and Economics/Faculty of Art and Regional Design/Faculty of Culture and Education, Saga University, Japan. MFC co-founder. Organizing Committee Co-Chair, Academic Sub-Committee Chair. (Cultnet member)
Adriana Díaz Ph.D, Lecturer, (Spanish and Latin American Studies), School of Languages and Cultures, University of Queensland, Australia. (Cultnet member)
Hongtao Jing, Lecturer (Language education and intercultural communication), Soka University, Tokyo, Japan. (Cultnet member)
Keong Ku, Assistant Professor (English Education), Graduate School of Education, Keimyung University, Korea; Director, Global LYNCs in Korea. (Cultnet member)
Leticia Yulita Ph.D, Lecturer (Intercultural Communication and Spanish), School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK. (Cultnet member)
Please note that:
Regarding hotel accommodation for the 1st International Conference on Intercultural Dialogue through the Arts: Community Development, Education and Policy to be held in Saga and Fukuoka in Japan from 21-24 September 2017,
• Days 1 and 2 will be held in Saga city
• Days 3 and 4 will be held in Fukuoka city
The two cities are in neighbouring prefectures (about 60-90 minute journey between them, depending on the mode of transport). Thus, it is advisable to book rooms in two hotels. As there is a party at Tiempo in Fukuoka city on Day 2 (Friday night), we plan to finish that day's activities early enough to give people time to transfer to Fukuoka.
We recommend to stay overnight
• Wednesday 20 - Thursday 21 September, in Saga City (2 nights)
• Friday 22 - Sunday 24 September, in Fukuoka City (3 nights)
As for hotels:
• In Saga, we recommend the New Otani. which is within walking distance of Saga University.
• In Fukuoka, we recommend either the Nishitsetsu Grand Hotel, or the Nishitetsu Inn Hotel.
See:
• Hotel New Otani Saga
• Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
• Nishitetsu Inn
Submission
Proposals: 150-200 word abstracts in English, Japanese or Spanish, with a title and author information, including positions, affiliations, email addresses and mailing addresses (for all authors). Times New Roman 12 pt font size, single spaced.
Panel proposals should include a 150-200 word abstract of each panelist's paper (as above).
Review: Submissions will be subject to peer review and presented on Days 3 and 4 of the conference. Full papers will be published in conference proceedings.
Cultnet stream: An opportunity will also be provided to present and discuss ongoing research informally in the (non-peer reviewed) Cultnet stream on Day 1. This will not lead to publication in conference proceedings.
Language Policy: Multilingual. Oral presentations may be made in English as a Lingua Franca, Spanish or Japanese, but participants are encouraged to provide linguistic support in other languages where possible. For example, written presentations (Powerpoint, Prezi etc.) should be bilingual in 2 of those 3 languages if possible. Other multilingual approaches are also welcome. Simultaneous interpretation will not be provided.
Deadline for proposals: It has been extended until June 10th. Please submit proposals to Stephanie Ann Houghton: houghtoncc.saga-u.ac.jp
Registration Fees
- 4 Days Pass * Early Bird has ended on July 15th. Regular Tickets now on sale.
- General: 8,000 yen
* This allows to enter 4 days presentations and workshops + Open Forum + 50% discount on a special cafeteria menu on Day 3 and Day 4. - Students: 3,000 yen
* This allows to enter 4 days presentations and workshops + TIEMPO 4 ALL Party + Open Forum too + 50% discount on a special cafeteria menu on Day 3 and Day 4. - T.I. Members: 6,000 yen
* This allows to enter 4 days presentations and workshops + Open Forum + 50% discount on a special cafeteria menu on Day 3 and Day 4.
* Please make a payment by cash at the reception of Tiempo.
DAY 1 (Thu, 21/Sep)
Dinner: 3800 yen in Saga
inc. drinks
at Cafe Sonnes on Saga Uni campus.
* Registration has been closed.
DAY 2 (Fri, 22/Sep)
Dinner: 4000 yen in Fukuoka
inc. a pre-dinner cocktail, dinner and drinks.
Venue: Cafe Restaurante "Sancho Panza"
* Please call to make reservations. Tel: 092-762-4100
DAY 3 (Sat, 23/Sep)
Giant Paella Lunch: 1000 yen in Fukuoka
* If you are a vegetarian or a vegan, please let us know at time of registration via "Inquiry Form".
Dinner: 5000 yen in Fukuoka
inc. a pre-dinner cocktail, dinner, drinks and TIEMPO 4 ALL Party.
DAY 4 (Sun, 24/Sep)
Sushi Lunch: 1000 yen in Fukuoka
* If you are a vegetarian or a vegan, please let us know at time of registration via "Inquiry Form".
** Venue to be decided
* Please contact us via "Inquiry Form" below if you need a receipt.
Travel Information
Please check these links about Fukuoka to get tourist information, local transportation, accommodation ( try to book in Tenjin area since all the activities will be held within that area at a walking distance between each place).
Accommodation
• Price Comparison Service.
Try to book in Tenjin, Chou Ward.
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• We recommend Nishitetsu Hotel Group.
- Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
- Nishitetsu Inn Hotel
Organizers
NPO Tiempo Iberoamericano
(Certified Non- Profit Organization)
NPO Tiempo Iberoamericano , a non-profit organization in Fukuoka, Japan has engaged in pioneering intercultural exchange over the past 20 years, promoting cultural diversity at the grassroots level through the arts, by exploring intercultural dialogue through verbal and non-verbal dynamics, especially in relation to Ibero-America. Tiempo is...
Multicultural Fitness Community (MFC)
Initially inspired by the dynamic Zumba lessons of professional fitness instructor Kazuki Miyata, the Multicultural Fitness Community was established by Stephanie Ann Houghton PhD (Faculty of Art and Regional Design & Graduate School of Regional Design in Art and Economics at Saga University), Dana Lee Angove MA TEFL (Organization for...
Contact & Venue
Contact: Stephanie Ann Houghton
houghtoncc.saga-u.ac.jp
Venue (DAY 1 & DAY 2): Saga University
Address: Saga University 1 Honjo-machi, Saga, 840-8502
+81 (0)952-28-8113
+81 (0)952-28-8118
Venue (DAY 3 & DAY 4): NPO TIEMPO Iberoamericano
Address: 3F Daimyo 11511 Bldg., 1-15-11 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka 810-0041
+81 (0)92-762-4100
+81 (0)92-762-4104
Monday to Friday: 12:00 - 22:00
Saturday, Sunday and National holidays: 12:00 - 18:00