Political Mobilization of the K-Pop Fandom: A Conversation with CedarBough Saeji

Social media platforms have helped both grow and bring together K-pop fans from across the world. In turn, this highly networked community engages in not only cultural diplomacy but also high-impact activism. As we speak, the K-pop fan community is playing an increasingly visible role in the movement for racial justice in the United States. While the community’s advocacy feels out of place for a group that is most closely associated with choreographed dances and catchy melodies, it may become a mainstay in the political landscape going forward.

Please join KEI for a conversation with Dr. CedarBough Saeji about the roots and evolution of political activism in the K-pop fan community.

This event will be livestreamed on Zoom with an interactive Q&A session.

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