About the PYSSUM Organisation

Finding Inspiration at Every Turn

PYSSUM Literaria: A Creative Arts Journal is an inspiration drawn from PYSSUM, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 2005. Published bi-annually in January and July, this international literary journal stands at the intersection of creative expression, disability narratives, and inclusive storytelling. We celebrate diverse voices from across the globe—both emerging and established writers, poets, and artists who challenge conventional perspectives and enrich our understanding of human experience. PYSSUM Literaria serves as a platform where literary excellence meets meaningful advocacy, offering space for stories that might otherwise go unheard. Each issue features poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, book reviews, photography, and visual arts that explore themed content around disability and inclusion. We believe the written word and visual expression possess transformative power—to transcend boundaries, ignite inspiration, provoke reflection, and forge connections across communities. PYSSUM Literaria is more than a journal; it is a literary sanctuary where art, advocacy, and human diversity converge. Here, we don't simply publish work about disability—we create space for authentic voices to reshape narratives, challenge assumptions, and celebrate the full spectrum of creative expression.

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The PYSSUM organization is a non-profit voluntary endeavor focused on serving intellectually disabled individuals in society through its own guidelines, objectives, and resources. All activities and efforts at the PYSSUM organisation are planned by its board of directors, which consists of seven honorary members: the Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, and four members-at-large. The board is voluntarily guided by a governing body, made up of members chosen by the board of directors. For day-to-day support of activities at various centers, including the PYSSUM Child Development Centre (PCDC), PYSSUM Vocational Training and Rehabilitation Centre (PVTRC), and PYSSUM Research and Training Centre (PRTC), the PYSSUM board is represented by the Chief Functionary, who is unanimously chosen by the board on a voluntary basis.

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