About This Fundraiser
I have been a volunteer English tutor with TNKR since January 2018. Additionally I will now be acting as a volunteer speech coach. On August 25th, TNKR will hold its 8th speech contest, encouraging North Korean refugees to share their empowering stories in English. Please consider making a donation to support this event and this great organization!
Recent Supporters
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Seoul City
6 years ago
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Christine♥
7 years ago
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Eben V.
7 years ago
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Shannon
7 years ago
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Lea
7 years ago
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Elise
7 years ago
About General Fund
In November 2016, the Ministry of Unification in South Korea reported that the number of North Korean refugees escaping to South Korea had surpassed 30,000. Various media report various challenges that refugees face in adjusting to South Korea. An estimated 35 percent of refugees are unemployed, 80 percent work in menial jobs, and refugees who are employed earn 50% of what South Koreans earn.
Escaping North Korea is the first battle many refugees face. Many report that English is a major barrier for many of them, as they struggle with "Konglish" words that have seeped into the South Korean language. TNKR helps refugees by connecting them with volunteer tutors. Since its founding in March 2013, TNKR has connected 315 refugees with more than 650 volunteer tutors and coaches.