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Vision

The footsteps of World Friends Korea, an organization performing on the global stage

A better world through the sharing and learning

  • To improve the quality of life of residents in developing countries

    WFK aims at contributing to the quality of life in developing countries by spreading the knowledge, technologies and experiences necessary for reducing poverty and achieving sustainable development. WFK volunteers are also striving to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2000.

  • To increase cooperation and mutual understanding between developing countries and Korea

    WFK volunteers serve local residents in developing countries by living with them in their communities in order to help with economic and social development and foster friendship between the countries and Korea. Government-sponsored volunteers are dispatched under the brand of ‘World Friends Korea.' This contributes to spreading a positive image for Korea.

  • To achieve self-realization and growth through service activities

    WFK volunteers build a deeper understanding of different cultures and contribute to solving global issues, such as poverty and environmental degradation, by participating in overseas service activities. The understanding and expertise that WFK volunteers glean from the regions they work in as well as the work they perform help them grow into global-minded citizens who can be of great benefit to society.

Roles of WFK Volunteers

WFK volunteers engage in service activities through which they can directly share their knowledge and experience to help accelerate progress in local communities while also serving as a bridge connecting the cultures of the host country with Korea. To fulfill these roles WFK volunteers are required to have a progressive mindset, willingness to face challenges, a commitment to service and a sense of responsibility.

  • Sharing knowledge and experience

    WFK members spread their knowledge, wisdom and experience to local residents of developing countries. By doing so, they are also advancing WFK programs and ensuring the success of the activities of their junior members by recording and spreading the information they gleaned from their service activities.

  • Accelerating progress in local communities

    WFK members are performing as development cooperators centering on small-sized local communities and are always searching for ways to solve problems faced by each local community while respecting the values upheld by the local communities. However, changes in local communities must be led by the residents. Therefore, WFK members play the role to encourage and assist local residents to design and implement detailed plans for change by themselves.

  • Connecting cultures between countries

    WFK members accept with an open mind the unfamiliar cultures of the countries where they are stationed. They actively try to understand the local cultures by learning the local languages and experiencing directly the lifestyle of the local residents. They also try to share Korean culture and spread a positive image of the Korean people. Upon their return to Korea, they share their experiences of the cultures they encountered with fellow Koreans and thus, in these ways, contribute to improving communication between countries.

  • Challenging a new life

    WFK members choose to volunteer abroad in order to build new experiences in the wider world and to contribute to eradicating poverty and achieving sustainable economic development. WFK members understand the spirit of service and respectful attitude they need towards the customs and rules of the countries they are dispatched to. They actively work towards overcoming limitations and expanding their capacities through learning and introspection.