The Mekong region is home to rich and diverse traditional cultures that face common challenges in safeguarding both intangible and tangible heritage due to external cultural influences and technological advancements. Urgent cooperation among the five Mekong countries and the Republic of Korea (ROK) is needed, aligning with the well-regarded Mekong-ROK cooperation areas. This project hosted a Documentary Film Festival focusing on Traditional Games and Foods in Yangon, Myanmar, with the potential for expansion to other Mekong-ROK locations. The festival aimed to preserve and enhance respect for cultural differences in traditional games and foods. It featured three key activities: A Pre-Documentary Film Incubator Workshop in Myanmar, A Documentary Film Incubator Workshop Youth Camp across Mekong-ROK countries, The final Documentary Film Festival in Myanmar. The festival engaged young filmmakers to foster greater understanding and interaction.
To utilize media to develop and share traditional games and foods in the Mekong region.
To improve filmmaking skills for young filmmakers from Mekong countries.
To preserve and promote respect for cultural differences, traditions, and customs of Mekong-ROK countries.
To promote cultural cooperation, mutual understanding, and friendship among the youth of the Mekong region and the ROK.
Twelve external consultants from Mekong-ROK countries gathered in Yangon to lay the foundation for professional networking and skill-sharing among youth filmmakers.
National workshops guided youth in creating original documentaries on local traditional games and foods, supported by two consultants in each country.
The culmination of the year’s work - 8 youth and professionals came together to screen their films, engage in lectures, and build friendships.
Mekong Culture Wave: A sustainable Culture Norms, always enjoy Tradition
Raised awareness, exchanged experiences, and shared ideas on current and emerging issues related to cultural activities and promotions.
Ensure the Mekong cultural wave remains and spreads globally.
