KOREAN WRITERS LAB (KWL)

KWL is designed for writers and generative artists who identify as members of the Korean diaspora. While the program provides a communal and artistic space for Korean diasporic writers, it is broadly open and supportive of all styles, themes, and content. All KWL members will be selected annually, and receive support during a four-month period where they will share new work in progress.

  • Apply: https://forms.gle/avwvE9cFNGoj3zoW9

  • Our 2025 inaugural cohort included four playwrights – Nina Ki, Chris Yejin, Seayoung Yim, and Jeena Yi –  in the development and/or creation of new dramatic work. The cohort met bi-weekly, from June to September of 2025. Read our press release.

Application to 2026 KWL cohort will be open from February 1 until February 28, 2026 at 6pm EDT or until we reach our limit of 40 applications, whichever comes first. Applications that are submitted after 6pm EST on February 28, 2026 will not be considered.

Applications have now closed.