광주ㆍ전남지역 “미래 무형유산 발굴ㆍ육성” 사업 수행 현황과 과제

Abstract

Since 2022, the National Heritage Administration has been implementing the "Future Intangible Cultural Heritage Discovery and Development" project. The initiative aims to discover, foster, and support 100 new items of intangible cultural heritage across various regions from 2022 to 2026. This effort aligns with the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, expanding the scope and designation of intangible cultural properties. The project primarily seeks to provide focused support for intangible heritage at risk of disappearing. By 2024, a total of 45 projects have been selected under this initiative. Among the 31 projects that completed the first phase, 19 advanced to the second phase, while only 2 have entered the third phase. However, 13 projects, including Gwangju’s Gwanbu Hwajeon Nori, did not progress beyond the first phase. These results are seen as reflecting the level of interest and commitment of local governments to the "Future Intangible Cultural Heritage Discovery and Development"project. The discovery of themes, project implementation, and its sustainability heavily depend on the degree of interest from the local authorities. Given these considerations, full government funding for the entire project or at least the first year's budget is deemed necessary. Additionally, diversifying the organizations managing these projects, such as involving regional cultural foundations, is crucial. The focus should also shift towards discovering new cultural assets rather than relying on already known resources. By addressing these issues, the “Future Intangible Cultural Heritage Discovery and Development” project can transform from a short-term, event-driven initiative into a sustainable, long-term program.