Gema Laksmi Mawardi

Gema Laksmi Mawardi is the Programme Director of Kusala Sastra Khatulistiwa, one of Indonesia’s most prominent literary awards. With a background in literature and cultural management, he curates programmes that highlight diverse voices and foster dialogue in the literary community. Beyond his role at Kusala Sastra Khatulistiwa, he also works independently on various arts and cultural projects. Through these initiatives, he focuses on collaboration and building connections among writers, artists, and communities.

Gema Laksmi Mawardi adalah Direktur Program Kusala Sastra Khatulistiwa, salah satu penghargaan sastra paling bergengsi di Indonesia. Berbekal latar belakang di bidang sastra dan manajemen kebudayaan, ia merancang berbagai program yang menyoroti keberagaman suara sekaligus mendorong dialog dalam komunitas sastra. Di luar perannya di Kusala Sastra Khatulistiwa, ia juga bekerja secara independen dalam sejumlah proyek seni dan budaya. Melalui inisiatif tersebut, ia berfokus pada kolaborasi serta membangun hubungan antara penulis, seniman, dan komunitas.