Education: Meeting Where We Are

Ana Traynin Writes Up About Space ZARI, A Centre Designed To Bring A Different Approach To Integrating Cultures, Meeting People And Learning Languages

Whose History?

The announcement from President Park Geun-hye that, in 2017, secondary schools would study history from government issued textbooks is raising alarm & protest.

Study Break Pt. 1: Gwangju Anti-Hakbeol Society Focuses on Forced Study

Korea is very much a credentials-based society which creates huge competition among students for the best schools & universities. Park Go is fighting for change

Live from Sajik World Folk Festival

American dream pop/folk duo Damon Krukowski and Naomi Yang talk to Ana Traynin about their experiences performing in Korea, most recently at Sajik Folk Festival

Gwangju On The Move

Gwangju’s transportation system has many changes planned for the future including a second Metro Line and easier access to recreational and commuter cycling.

Women in the Workforce

Ana Traynin talks with two women working in roles previously dominated by men. Kim Mi-gyeong owns her own climbing center & Park So-yeon is a subway train pilot

4.16.2014 – One Year On

The Gwangju Citizens’ Mourners Group was co-founded by Lee Mincheol and Ji Jung-nam to keep the memory of the Sewol disaster alive and to help families heal.

Sustained Growth

WWOOF Korea is a growing chapter of the worldwide farm volunteer organization, with 64 hosts nationwide, a CSA membership and connection with Slow Food Korea.