□ Objectives
 ❍ To organize an academic event on a regular basis to strengthen ICM’s research capabilities

□  Plans for 2020
 ❍ (Project period) January to October 2020
 ❍ (Venue) Chungju
 ❍ (Participants) 100 participants including representatives from UNESCO and sports organizations, martial arts researchers, instructors, and students
 ❍ (Program) 1 keynote speech and 6 thematic presentations (Speakers TBD)
 ❍ (Timeline)
  - Apr. - May 2020 Development of a master plan (with consultations from experts) and selection of a theme 
  - Jun. - Jul. 2020 Speakers Selection
  - Aug. - Sep. 2020 Elaboration of a detailed plan and confirm of attendees
  - Oct. - Nov. 2020 Hosting of the event and reporting
□ Expected Outcomes
 ❍ An expanded academic network of martial arts experts to strengthen advocacy efforts and ICM’s research capacity
 ❍ Further development and implementation of the global agenda related to martial arts and ICM

 ※ Subject to Change