Yoon Yeocheol: A Diplomat’s Thoughts On His Life, Gwangju’s Future, and South Korea’s Global Mission

Yoon Yeocheol is the Ambassador for International Relations at Gwangju Metropolitan City and has been involved in international relations representing Korea in many capacities. At the World Human Rights Cities Forum, Ambassador Yoon will lead the session on Myanmar.

Gwangju Skateparks: My Vision for Their Future

In the same way that it would not make sense to build a race track without consulting with someone who knows about racing, or to build a ski jump with someone who has never tried on a pair of skis, building a proper area for skateboarding, be it a skate plaza or a skatepark, requires close cooperation between the concerned parties: those who live near the area, those who will use it, and those who allocate the funding for it.

The Green Space Vendetta

This is not an article about environmentalism or protecting the wildlife.

Three Reasons Why You Should Have Visited Jeonju a Long Time Ago!

Written by Cami Ismanova The city of Jeonju is well known over the “Land of the Morning Calm” and attracts both tourists and locals to its annual festivals, events of … Read More

Not to be Missed: Taiwan Is a Beautiful, Yet Often Overlooked Destination

Victoria Lee found much to explore in the urban and natural spaces of Taiwan, still a hidden island gem.

Life in Rural Korea

In larger cities, residents have easy access to subways, buses, and taxis. Here in my town, there are two buses that hit the highlights of the town, so if you’re without a car, you walk everywhere.