Our Stories, Our Community

It had always been a dream to create a space where our neighbors from all over the world could simply come together to share their stories. On a beautiful autumn day, that dream came to life. We gathered for a community dialogue, "Life in Korea: Sharing Our Journeys."

The day began with a video of interviews with our international friends, sharing their honest experiences—the challenges, the funny culture shocks, and the beautiful discoveries. As we watched, a powerful sense of recognition filled the room. We were not alone in our experiences.

We were also joined by a cross-cultural transition coach who shared practical wisdom on finding balance between our home cultures and our new one. But the real heart of the day was in the small group discussions. In these circles of trust, people opened up. Korean friends shared insights, and international friends shared their realities. We moved from sharing to action, creating colorful posters of community-sourced tips and resources for navigating daily life.

The day ended with a group photo, holding flags from our home countries. It was a beautiful picture of our local, global community. This event was more than a dialogue; it was a powerful act of community building, proving that the most resilient communities are built on the foundation of shared stories.