April 19, 2025, 02:00 PM
9600 Capitol Dr. Wheeling, IL
Our project, "Korean-American Stories: Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers," is a community-focused initiative designed to advance racial healing and equity. Through storytelling, dialogue, and cultural activities, the project aims to celebrate the contributions of Korean-Americans to American society, foster pride in Korean-American identity, and promote cross-generational understanding within the community.
Key activities will be held as a whole-day event and include:
Keynote Speech: A distinguished speaker will deliver an inspiring keynote address, sharing personal experiences and insights on the Korean-American journey and resilience.
Panel Discussions: Featuring multigenerational panelists who will share their perspectives on the Korean-American experience, focusing on history, identity, contributions to society, and the challenges of navigating bias and discrimination.
Korean American Youth History Conference: Middle and high school students will present their learnings from Korean American immigration history, sharing their reflections on its impact and relevance today.
Korean Drum Circle: An interactive drumming session to promote a sense of belonging and community through collective participation, symbolizing unity and shared purpose.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Byoung Sug Kim at bkim@soribeat.org or call 224-347-4800.
