International Women’s Day Special : K-History Unlock
Exploring the Political and Social Roles of Women in Joseon Korea
KCCUK presents Women’s Day Special: K-History Unlock, a lecture series on women's roles and influence in Joseon Korea.
- Lecture 1 | Governance from Behind the Bamboo Curtain: Joseon's Queen Dowager Regencies
Date: Wednesday, 5th March 2025 | Time: 6:30 PM
Speaker: Lucy Waugh (PhD Candidate, SOAS)
How did royal women wield political influence in a male-dominated society? This lecture explores seven cases of queen dowager regencies in Joseon Korea, highlighting the role of these powerful women in shaping state governance. Discover how they navigated the political landscape from behind the bamboo curtain.
- Lecture 2 | Gender Propriety and Women’s Capacities as Moral Agents
Date: Saturday, 8th March 2025 | Time: 3:00 PM
Speaker: Wing Shan Chan (PhD Candidate, SOAS)
What defined a virtuous woman in Joseon Korea? This session examines Confucian ideals of virtue and gender roles, focusing on how women conformed to and redefined societal expectations. Through an analysis of the state reward system (Jeongpyo, 旌表) and moral textbooks (Samgang Haengsilto, 三綱行實圖), we’ll explore the ways in which women exercised agency within the constraints of Confucian society.
Venue | Korean Cultural Centre UK, Grand Buildings, 1-3 Strand, London WC2N 5BW
Free Admission | Pre-registration Required
This is a rare opportunity to explore Korean history and gender roles through expert-led lectures. Secure your spot now.
