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Better Life. Better Together. Korea Reunification.

About

New Korea Foundation International (NKFI) is a US based 501(c)(3) non-profit with offices in Minneapolis, MN and Seoul, South Korea. Through our work we seek to advocate for, provide education, improve quality of life, and work to unify the Korean people for a better life, together.

I also told them about the gracious hand of my God on me and what the king had said to me.

They replied, “Let us start rebuilding.” So they began this good work.
-Nehemiah 2:18

They will rebuild the ancient ruins
  and restore the places long devastated;
they will renew the ruined cities
that have been devastated for generations
.
– Isaiah 61:4

Mission Statement

We actively provide Christian led compassionate care, education, and resource networking to help restore and rebuild the lives of North Korean refugees today, preparing them to be the hands of change in the future.

Vision Statement

Establishing restoration, freedom, and dignity of the North Korean people, and unifying the Korean peninsula with equality and freedom in Christ for all.

Our Board

Kenneth Bae, CEO and Founder

Heather Castro, CFO

Kelly Sadler, CAO

Ben Kim, Director of Technology

Our Founder

Imprisoned in North Korean for nearly two years, Korean American missionary Kenneth Bae has the most unexpected testimony of fear, hope, faithfulness, and a deep abiding love for the people of North Korea. Out of a harrowing experience within the “Hermit Kingdom” of North Korea, the most dangerous country in the world, Kenneth was inspired to start New Korea Foundation International (NKFI), a USA based 501(c)(3).

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Our Work

Advocacy

Through multiple methods and platforms, we seek to share factual information about the lives of the North Korean people, as well as provide a platform for their voices to be heard.

Education

Through our various programs we seek to fast track basic skills, provide support and mentorship opportunities, and needed skills to lead in the reunification of the nation.

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Restoration

Restoration of mind, body, and spirit is a key factor in helping North Korean refugees successfully embrace their identity, their potential, and their futures.
  • Access to medical care
  • Access to mental health care

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Rescue

There are times when North Korean refugees find themselves in very dangerous, life-threatening situations. The only way to ensure their safety and well-being is to assist them with emergency relocation.

Join Us

Pray4NK

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Join a community from around the world to remember and pray for a often-forgotten country in need. pray4nk.org

Volunteer

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Most of our program relies on the generosity of volunteers and professional partners. To volunteer, email: info@newkoreafi.org

Donate

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A significant portion of our programming is possible due to the generosity of financial and resource donors.

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Contact

USA

4048 Lakeland Ave. N
#22171
Minneapolis, MN 55422
USA

info@newkoreafi.org

South Korea

(08208) 205-211ho
643, Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu
Seoul