Lao Writers
Website: http://www.laowriters.org/
Email Address: info@laowriters.org
Editor/Consultant: Saymoukda Vongsay
Country: USA/Laos
Type: Organization
Description: Discussions of Lao Literature is typically broken down into 4 periods: Early Lao literature, Lao literature during Lan Xang, Lao literature during the French colonial period, Lao literature from 1953-1975 and modern Lao literature since 1975, which includes literature from expatriate communities around the world, including populations in the United States, Canada, Australia, France, Thailand and other countries. One of the major literary movements among the Lao in the United States was Satjadham, formed on April 11, 1995. It was conceived as a literary project which will introduce a new chapter in Lao literature. Its stated purpose is "to contribute to the wealth of Lao literature. In addition, this project sought to introduce new and different perspectives from the viewpoints of overseas Lao. Between 1996 to 2002, SatJaDham held 7 conferences in cities such as Fresno, San Diego and Richmond, Seattle, Minneapolis, Elgin and Washington D.C. A gathering of Lao writers has not been held in 7 years, despite significant literary and artistic achievements within the Lao community including the publication of several books, special projects and the release of an Oscar-nominated film.
(Directory entry)
Website: http://www.laowriters.org/
Email Address: info@laowriters.org
Editor/Consultant: Saymoukda Vongsay
Country: USA/Laos
Type: Organization
Description: Discussions of Lao Literature is typically broken down into 4 periods: Early Lao literature, Lao literature during Lan Xang, Lao literature during the French colonial period, Lao literature from 1953-1975 and modern Lao literature since 1975, which includes literature from expatriate communities around the world, including populations in the United States, Canada, Australia, France, Thailand and other countries. One of the major literary movements among the Lao in the United States was Satjadham, formed on April 11, 1995. It was conceived as a literary project which will introduce a new chapter in Lao literature. Its stated purpose is "to contribute to the wealth of Lao literature. In addition, this project sought to introduce new and different perspectives from the viewpoints of overseas Lao. Between 1996 to 2002, SatJaDham held 7 conferences in cities such as Fresno, San Diego and Richmond, Seattle, Minneapolis, Elgin and Washington D.C. A gathering of Lao writers has not been held in 7 years, despite significant literary and artistic achievements within the Lao community including the publication of several books, special projects and the release of an Oscar-nominated film.
(Directory entry)
