Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself! 

By Park Nahm-sheik  As phrased above, the headline here is commonly known as the golden rule or the great commandment. What it says in plain English is: Treat me nice, … Read More

Volunteering with KONA During GIC Week  

By Dhanashri Burungale  I am Dhanashri Burungale and I am from India. During Gwangju International Community (GIC) Week 2023, I had the privilege of volunteering with UNESCO KONA Storybook Center, … Read More

From Medan to Gwangju: Sister City Collaboration in the Spirit of Friendship and International Cooperation 

By Medan City  Students from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) at the Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) embarked on a cultural visit to Gwangju, South Korea, aiming to … Read More

Gwangju Art Class – Creating Space 

By Lisa Casaus  When was the last time you let loose with some paints or crayons and just created something for the fun of it? When was the last time … Read More

Gwangju Cares: The Community Care Service Is a Winner! 

By Jessica Lee I am a Korean-Canadian living in Gwangju, which boasts of the beauty of Mt. Mudeung. Here in Gwangju, I am making grateful memories with my family and … Read More

Kia Tigers VS Gwangju FC: Which team offers sports fans a bigger bang for the buck?

By William Urbanski Since time immemorial, the Kia Tigers have completely dominated the professional sports scene in Gwangju, and for good reason. For baseball aficionados and casual fans alike, the … Read More

A Return to the Past: Penguin Village, Yangnim-dong

2023, 2013, 1980, 1970… As soon as you enter Penguin Village, the clock begins to turn backwards. From the beginning to the end of your visit, it feels that the present and the past blend together. If you have ever dreamed of having a time machine, you can always come here. Although there is no time machine, all you need is a camera for fun photos. Penguin Village in Yangnim-dong, Gwangju, is a lovely and amusing place to visit for all ages, with friends, family, or alone.

The 2023 Gwangju Together Day: Together We Celebrate Multiculturalism and Inclusion!

The Gwangju International Center (GIC) is proud to organize this event along with the Gwangju Immigration Service as its host. This year, it will be held in Jungoe Park, a family-friendly park in the Buk-gu area near Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall, Gwangju Culture and Art Center, Gwangju Art Museum, and Gwangju Folk Museum. It has easy access and spacious areas for all your family and friends to enjoy. Like in previous years, it is expected that we will see a lot of turnout, especially now that the mask rules have been lifted, making it easier to spend time and celebrate events outdoors.