NPO Community Engagement: How an Organization Can Reach Out to the Communities It Wishes to Serve

Written by Maria Lisak   Non-profit organizations (NPOs) are especially proliferative in Gwangju. There are many NPOs that can help the international community: Gwangju International Center, Universal Culture Center, and … Read More

Volunteer Motivation: Why People Volunteer

Written by Maria Lisak   Gwangju is a community of volunteers. But what really motivates people to volunteer? Looking at the reasons and motivations of volunteers can help them stay … Read More

Kim Hee-jeong Cooperates in Africa

Kim Hee-jeong, a Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) volunteer in Africa, is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. In 2014 KOICA offered her a voluntary position in Cameroon, … Read More

Writers and Photographers: Gwangju News Needs You!

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The Foreigner Next Door: HaNa Center Volunteers

“I’m sure that the lasting friendships we made together will be worth all the effort and time that’s being committed.”

The Children’s Home Barbecue

As the shadows slowly slip into the late afternoon, children and the child-like run around squealing, screeching and smiling with pleasure as they clasp soft-drink bottles half-filled with water. A range of ages and nationalities sit around eating and chatting, connecting and relaxing, enjoying a sharing of the sunny end to the weekend.