Jangmadang[jang ‘ ma ‘ dang]: A North Korean word for market. A place where North Koreans gather to buy and sell goods, and talk

ABOUT THE EVENT

We are privileged to bring you the voices and insights of our friends who have experienced the challenges and changes in North Korea first hand. We worked with Joo Yang, Yeonmi Park, and Joseph Kim to produce a personal, dynamic and engaging multimedia presentation.

Joo Yang worked making taffy, sweet rice drinks, and alcohol to sell in the Jangmadang before she escaped North Korea. Since resettling, she's enrolled in college and participates in the popular South Korean talent and talk show, “Now on My Way to Meet You,” which aims to bridge the gap between North and South Koreans.

Yeonmi Park bought and sold products in the Jangmadang. Wanting to make money on her own, she even bribed an orchard guard so she could get some fruit to sell. Now in South Korea, she studies police administration at Dongguk University and speaks around the world about the challenges that the North Korean people face.

Joseph Kim escaped North Korea after living on the streets as an orphan. Since resettling in the United States, Joseph graduated high school and started college. Last year, he spoke from the TED stage, sharing his story of hope with the world.

This is a unique chance to hear directly from North Koreans (through videos that address the audience) about life inside North Korea and what we can do to help.

You will gain a better understanding of the challenges the people face and the ways they are overcoming them from some of the most amazing North Koreans we know. Our North Korean friends will share incredible insight, hope, and inspiration.

• Events can be tailored to meet your needs, but generally look like this:

• 30-minute, live, multimedia presentation given by LiNK Nomads (our traveling representatives).

• 10-minute Q&A

• Information and involvement booth to carry on the conversation after the presentation.

Through 13 North American tours and over 4,000 events, we have reached over 300,000 people at schools, places of worship, community groups, and even coffee shops. We're honored to have presented at some pretty cool places like Google, Harvard, Yale, and West Point. LiNK events can be hosted anywhere!