Jeonnam Education Kkumsil Foundation Holds 'Talk Concert' on Global Issues

Relay Lectures on International Relations, the Climate Crisis, and Peace and Security

On August 25, the Jeonnam Education Kkumsil Foundation announced that it held a talk concert under the theme "A Sustainable Future We Prepare" at the HaeNam Sani Garden Museum.

The event brought together about 200 participants, including middle and high school students, parents, and faculty members from the province. It served as an opportunity to understand global issues and reflect on their roles in the future society. This talk concert was an educational donation program linked with the Jeonnam Student Public Diplomacy School, featuring a series of lectures by experts in international relations, the climate crisis, and peace and security. After the lectures, a free Q&A session followed, allowing for communication with the participants.

Jeonnam Education Kkumshil Foundation held a talk concert under the theme "A Sustainable Future We Prepare." Provided by Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education

The first lecture was delivered by Ko Hyung-kwon, former First Vice Minister of Economy and Finance and Ambassador to the OECD for Korea. He spoke on "The Nature of International Relations," using the Trump administration's tariff negotiations as an example to explain the complexities of cooperation and conflict between countries in the international arena.

Next, Nam Jae-cheol, former Administrator of the Korea Meteorological Administration and professor at Seoul National University's Graduate School of Environmental Studies, gave a lecture on "Surviving the Climate Crisis." Professor Nam highlighted the seriousness of the climate crisis. He also presented specific actions that individuals and society can take, emphasizing the urgent need for efforts toward a sustainable future.

In the latter part of the talk concert, Professor Moon Hyun-chul of Honam University moderated a heated discussion with the guest faculty, based on questions submitted in advance and those raised on-site by the participants.

Students and parents shared their impressions, saying, "It was an opportunity to connect global issues with our own lives," and expressed that they realized how important it is in today's world to explore career paths and understand global issues.

The Jeonnam Education Kkumsil Foundation evaluated that this program provided young people with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of international issues and prepare for their roles as global talents.

Director Lee Gil-hoon stated, "This special lecture combined global issues with youth career exploration, making it a valuable time for both students and parents. We will continue to expand various educational donation programs so that local students can grow as key players in public diplomacy, connecting with the world."

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