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Islands of Korea, Islands of the World Q. What are your personal goals moving ISLAND Scene

forward?
I want to keep raising awareness of islands so
more people can experience them and understand
their importance. People need firsthand
experience to truly appreciate why these places
should be protected.

I plan to keep sharing island stories through
writing, video, and other channels. I’ll also
continue studying to back up my voice with
solid reasoning and results. I’m committed to
safeguarding what we have—our precious island
resources—with steady, passionate steps.

“I’ll keep working through different channels so
that more people take an interest in our islands.
I’m determined to walk the path of protecting our
Q. What are your hopes for the Youth Q. What role do you hope KIDI will play precious resources with sincerity and purpose.”
Advisory Group moving forward? going forward?
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Vol. One member was a resident of an island, and that I was thrilled to hear of KIDI’s launch. I see it as a
reminded me that the most accurate and powerful place that can lead research and set big-picture
voices come from islanders themselves. Including guidelines for island development. I believe the
more local residents would result in more realistic Institute is deeply thinking through pressing
suggestions. If meetings could be structured to set issues like settlement conditions, transportation,
collective goals and follow through with action, industry, marine environments, tourism, and
that would be even better. Since knowledge levels population decline.
differ, I also think a foundational education session
would help. For example, in August 2023, an I heard KIDI recently launched a counseling center
academy in Gunsan explored island policy cases to hear islanders’ concerns—this will be a huge
from Jeju and Japan. I’d love to see more regular help in identifying on-the-ground issues. I hope
educational programs for the advisory group. the Institute continues to amplify residents’ voices
and act as a bridge between civil society and
institutions.

Spreading Awareness of Island KIDI is uniquely capable of producing well-
Value Through Multiple Channels researched policy proposals. I trust it will serve
as a reliable hub for communication and provide
Q. Is there a KIDI project you’d like to join
trustworthy information as a research institute.
in the future?

Yes—the “Living on an Island” workation program.
It offers a long-term stay rather than just a short
visit, which I find very meaningful. It directly helps
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