After arriving in the U.S. as a child, HJ Lee’s path shifted from medicine to a lifelong commitment to storytelling. His vision led to the founding of KoreanAmericanStory.org, dedicated to preserving the diversity of Korean American experiences.

Through church and community work, Yung Kim recognized the need to bridge generational divides. His efforts focus on fostering understanding between parents and youth.

From the World Series of Poker to pursuing acting, Doug Kim took an unconventional path shaped by risk and reinvention. He now creates his own work to tell stories on his own terms.

A life shaped by global experiences led Hyun Joon Lee into medicine and nonprofit work. She now focuses on creating lasting impact through health and community initiatives.

From working unpaid in kitchens to becoming an executive chef, Jae Lee built his career through persistence. His work is inspired by his family’s immigrant journey and passion for food.

Discovering a creative path she never expected, Jean Lee built a career as an artist agent after working in editorial. Her journey reflects exploration and redefining success.

With dreams of becoming a scientist, Mickie Choi came to the U.S. to pursue her Ph.D. Her journey is shaped by faith, resilience, and navigating life as a single parent after profound loss.

Using modeling as a way to challenge stereotypes, Joey Kim carved out a multifaceted career across fitness and medicine. His journey reflects representation and self-definition.

Jean Kim passed away on July 3, 2021. Born in 1935 in what is now North Korea, Jean Kim lived through the Japanese occupation and the Korean War.

Jean Kim passed away on July 3, 2021. Born in 1935 in what is now North Korea, Jean Kim lived through the Japanese occupation and the Korean War.

A chance phone call led Lynn Richards-Noyer to reconnect with her birth family in an unexpected way. Her journey reflects healing, friendship, and finding support through community.

From moments of doubt to becoming a prominent media personality, Ellie Lee’s journey reflects persistence and growth. She shares the realities behind building a career as a woman of color in media.

Navigating identity as both a Korean adoptee and a gay man, Alex Myung Wager reflects on belonging and self-acceptance. His journey continues as he considers reconnecting with his birth family.

Feeling like an outsider growing up, Nellie Sung began exploring her identity through travel and volunteer work in Korea. Her journey reflects connection, curiosity, and unexpected reunions.

As a Korean adoptee, Lee-Ann Hanham navigated identity and belonging on her own terms. Today, she reflects on family, motherhood, and community.

Looking back as both a son and a father, Seungjin Lee reflects on the sacrifices his father made for their family. His story highlights the weight and meaning of generational struggle.

Looking back as both a son and a father, Seungjin Lee reflects on the sacrifices his father made for their family. His story highlights the weight and meaning of generational struggle.