The Overseas Koreans Foundation (OKF), established in 1997 under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to serve the 7.5 million Koreans residing abroad by promoting their sense of ethnic familiarity and helping them become exemplary citizens of their respective countries.
Through the ‘2023 OKFriends Homecoming Youth Camp’, OKF aims to provide Korean youth from around the world with the opportunity to communicate with, form bonds and have a sense of pride in their Korean heritage, as well as to develop leadership skills by experiencing Korean society, history, and culture.

1. Period
• 1st: July 18 (Tue.) - July 25 (Tue.) (7 nights, 8 days)
• 2nd: August 1 (Tue.) - August 8 (Tue.) (7 nights, 8 days)

2. Venue

• Seoul and other regions

3. Eligibility
• Age: 18-25 (as of July 1, 2023). Overseas Koreans enrolled in university or preliminary university students.
※ 18 year old preliminary university students may apply to either the Teens or Youth Program.

4. Main Program
ㅇ Finding Korean Identity (Exploration and Experience)
- Explore and experience Korean language and culture by visiting historical sites and major facilities.
ㅇ Public Diplomacy Activity (Education and Participation)
- Participate in a global campaign, cultural public diplomacy activities related to 

  K-culture and participatory public diplomacy activities.
ㅇ Developing Global Leadership Skills (Discussion and Education)
- Engage in discussions on global citizenship, environment, and unification.
ㅇ Understanding Koreans (Exchange and Socializing)
- Connect with Korean students and next-generation leaders through volunteer activities and exchanges.
※ Applicants are required to indicate which period (among two) they wish to participate in.

5. Support Content

o Airfare, Meals and accommodations, Medical Insurance

6. Preferred Applicants
ㅇ Applicants who write self-introductory letters and reasons for application with enthusiasm
ㅇ Applicants who are fluent in Korean
ㅇ Applicants who excel in different categories
ㅇ Those who have received awards in academic fields and other extracurricular activities
ㅇ Those who have completed a significant amount of community service

7. Application Deadline (As of Korean Time, May 9, 23:59)

o Participant selection and result notification: Before May 29, 2023 through www.korean.net

8. Application Method

o Applicants can visit www.korean.net, create an account, and apply

9. Results and Further Questions
① 2023 OKFriends Homecoming Youth Camp
- Jung Sik Shin (Manager) Future Generations Department(+82-2-3415-0172, jsshin@okf.or.kr)
② Application System Manager
- Young Min Kim (Manager) PR Department (+82-64-786-0292, pms01@okf.or.kr)

* Please refer to the attached file for details.

1. 온라인 신청시스템 사용방법(개인용)_영문 (1).ppt

2. 2023 재외동포 대학생 모국연수 참가자 모집공고(대외용)_영문.pdf