From post-war Korea to building a life in the United States, Lana Yu’s journey is shaped by resilience and family. Her story centers on acceptance and the importance of support.

A life defined by constant change, Kyung Wan Kim reflects on hardship, migration, and reinvention. Her perspective is grounded in resilience and learning to move with life’s flow.

After navigating cultural expectations and starting over later in life, Stephanie Jang built a path rooted in independence and service. Today, she uplifts her community through education and leadership.

From early experiences of injustice to decades of activism and journalism, Kapsong Kim has dedicated his life to community advocacy. His work reflects an unwavering commitment to serving others.

A lifelong performer, Mee Jung built her career in dance before facing profound personal loss. Through it all, she continues to move forward with resilience and hope.

Balancing practicality with personal ambition, Kevin Lim built a career grounded in stability while staying connected to his community. Today, he remains actively involved in local leadership.

Blending art and journalism, Soo Chung uses creative expression to explore social issues. Her work reflects a commitment to both storytelling and community engagement.

Once aspiring to be an actor, Youngmin Jung ultimately found his calling in faith and ministry. He now emphasizes a more personal, introspective approach to spirituality.

From her family’s business roots in Korea to running a beloved restaurant in Los Angeles, Young Hee Shon’s story is one of perseverance and care. Her success is built on community trust and word of mouth.

Straddling Korean and American identities, Janet Burt reflects on life as a 1.5-generation immigrant. Her work focuses on strengthening connections within the Korean American community.

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.

Raised across multiple countries and cultures, Kyu Min Lee’s life has been anything but linear. His journey reflects risk, reinvention, and embracing the unexpected.

From post-war hardship to a long career as a teacher, Jaesook Kim reflects on a life of perseverance. She carries both gratitude and longing as she reflects on her journey.

Facing discrimination early on, Cathy Yi remained determined to build a better life in the United States. Her story highlights resilience and the power of personal choice.

Growing up immersed in both family business and personal ambition, Justine Yoon reflects on the balance between honoring sacrifice and pursuing her own path.

As a Korean Chinese immigrant, Aileen Kim navigates multiple cultures and identities. Her story highlights adaptability, language, and cultural pride across generations.

Following in her family’s footsteps, Laura Park built a hanbok business that bridges tradition and modern culture. Her work reflects the evolving identity of Korean heritage in the U.S.

Driven by a passion for food, Kyungbin Min built a career that blends culinary skill with cultural storytelling. His work introduces Korean flavors to broader audiences.

Through her work in design studies, Esther Kang examines how culture, race, and systems shape the world around us. She challenges us to think critically about the impact of design.

Sammy Kim (they/them) is a multifaceted individual: a queer artist, writer, healer, sex worker, community organizer, caregiver, and friend. From a young age, Sammy took on a caregiving role when their mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, moving in with relatives as her condition progressed.