Beyond Borders: Marriage Migration and Multiculturalism in South Korea
South Korea is facing a demographic challenge unlike any it has faced in its modern history. The country’s fertility...
Understanding the Housing Issues for Migrant Workers in South Korea
Migrant workers harvesting and packaging vegetables in a greenhouse in South Korea, Source: The New York Times Introduction The...
Jjokbang Part 2: What Keeps This System Alive and How Change Begins
Jjokbangs reveal an overlooked side of urban life in Korea, shaped by economic hardship, aging, and limited housing options....
The History and Persistence of Jjokbang: Tales of Two-Cities within One
Real estate and its increasing cost have been a topic of discussion globally, especially when it comes to megacities...
Yemeni Refugees in Jeju Island: Refugee Policy Gaps or a Cultural Clash?
Photo: Anti-refugee protesters in Jeju (Source: The New York Times) When five hundred Yemeni refugees arrived on Jeju Island...
The 4B Movement and Demographic Issue in South Korea
South Korea is known for having a robust culture with K-pop, K-drama, and K-food going viral around the world....
An Interview with Journalist Negar Mortazavi
Over a year after the passing of Mahsa Jina Amini, journalist and political analyst Negar Mortazavi sits down with...
Food Scarcity in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the Work of a Local NGO to Provide Aid
Food Scarcity in the DPRK Access to food is an everyday concern for individuals living in the Democratic People’s...
Reconciliation Efforts and National Interest: A Conversation On Perceptions of Proper Motivation and Results
Behind every action is a driving intention and goal for results. No action or event simply appears but is...
The Olympic Truce Legacy: From Ancient Olympia to Pyeongchang and Beyond
Ancient Olympics and Olympic Truce According to the Ancient Greek myth, the Ancient Olympic Games began in 776 B.C....