Vana Kim reflects on a life shaped by war, exile, and a search for healing across continents. From Korea to Brazil to Canada, her journey reveals how personal transformation became the foundation for her lifelong commitment to peace.

Kevin Chang shares his journey growing up with ASD and finding belonging through community and music. Today, he works to create inclusive spaces for others through his leadership with KASEC.

Rosa Chang, co-founder of KASEC, has spent decades advocating for culturally competent care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to community awareness, empathy, and systemic change.

Joy Kim’s journey from a rural Korean village to becoming a leading figure in Korean Studies librarianship is a testament to perseverance and intellectual passion. Her legacy continues through her contributions to preserving Korean American history.

Sue Park-Hur explores how intergenerational trauma, faith, and history shaped her path as a peacebuilder. Through ReconciliAsian, she works to transform conflict into healing within communities.

After facing physical and emotional struggles as an immigrant, Gwang-hun Kim found purpose in traditional Korean medicine. He now serves his community through healing and volunteer care.

Urban planner Lauren Kim reflects on identity, belonging, and designing spaces that foster joy and inclusivity. Her work is driven by a desire to reimagine community-centered environments.

Dr. Brandon Oh shares his path to practicing traditional medicine in Los Angeles, fulfilling a childhood dream. He advocates for holistic care and finding joy through serving others.

Dr. Junwoo Kim blends Eastern and Western approaches to medicine, focusing on whole-body healing. He speaks on the challenges and future of traditional medicine in the U.S.

From farmer to pastor to beekeeper, Sion Kim reflects on a life shaped by faith, resilience, and reinvention. He emphasizes the importance of health, mindset, and purpose in later life.

Han Jik Kim shares his journey into traditional Korean medicine, guided by curiosity and a desire to understand the human body holistically. His work bridges philosophy, healing, and community care.

Having lived through war and migration, Nancy Cho built a life grounded in family and resilience. In Los Angeles, she found a sense of home within the Korean community.