"I am from North Korea" Speech Contest #23, presented by FSI

"I am from North Korea" North Korean Refugee English Speech Contest (23rd Edition)

[Event Description]
Join us for the 23rd edition of the North Korean Refugee English Speech Contest, "I am from North Korea," presented by Freedom Speakers International (FSI). This event offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of the lived experiences of North Korean refugees.

[Event Highlights]

• Date and Time: February 28th, 10:00 a.m. start (speech contest).
• Venue: D Tower (Gwanghwamun)
• Presentations: North Korean refugees will give original speeches in English, each up to 10 minutes long.
• Special Guest: TBA
• Master of Ceremonies: Casey Lartigue Jr., co-founder of FSI.

[Background]
Freedom Speakers International (FSI) was founded in March 2013 by Casey Lartigue Jr. and Eunkoo Lee, with a mission to empower North Korean refugees through mentorship, opportunities, and partnerships. FSI has provided English, public speaking, and career development training to over 600 North Korean refugees with the help of 1,200 volunteers. Additionally, FSI has published four books by North Korean refugees, with two more scheduled for release in 2026.

[Mission]
Our mission is to empower North Korean refugees and foster greater empathy and understanding within the global community. Through events like the English Speech Contest, public events in South Korea, and book publishing, FSI aims to provide support and opportunities for North Korean refugees to thrive.

[Partners]
FSI's main partners for the contest include Shin and Kim Law Office, Future Korea Foundation, and private donors.

[Contact Information]
For further details, please contact Casey Lartigue Jr. at CJL@alumni.harvard.edu or 82-2-6929-0942.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear inspiring stories and support the voices of North Korean refugees. Reserve your spot today!

Holding a speech contest is quite an undertaking. A South Korean donor will match donations to this contest (up to a total of $4,000).

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Links with more information:

Archive: Invitation to the 19th "I am from North Korea" speech contest, held at Harvard University.