Stephen and Joy YoonPassing the Torch to the Next GenerationMy father-in-law is from the war generation. He was born in 1944, during the Japanese Occupation, just one year before Korea’s liberation…Nov 10Nov 10
Stephen and Joy YoonThe Paradox of Nuclear SecurityThis Tuesday will be a pivotal day for the world as on November 5th, the United States will elect their 47th president. Regardless of who…Nov 3Nov 3
Stephen and Joy YoonFirst Foreigners Return to North KoreaIt’s been over four years since North Korea (DPRK) closed her borders due to the onset of the COVID pandemic at the end of January 2020…Oct 14Oct 14
Stephen and Joy YoonLearning to Engage with North KoreansNow more than ever before is critical to learn North Korean culture. As the borders to North Korea are slowly re-opening, foreigners are…Sep 11Sep 11
Stephen and Joy YoonConsequences of DivisionAt the end of World War II in 1945, in order to ensure the liberation of Korea from Japanese occupation, the United Stated and Soviet Union…Aug 21Aug 21
Stephen and Joy YoonGames Wide Open in Paris 2024 OlympicsEvery four years one of the most exciting things that happens is the Olympics. There is nothing like it. Over 10,000 athletes come from…Aug 7Aug 7
Stephen and Joy YoonCrossing the Divide: Learning to Love in North KoreaIn light of a recent assassination attempt and ongoing conflict, division and obstacles in our world today may seem insurmountable…Jul 26Jul 26
Stephen and Joy YoonCelebrating Small Successes in “Journey Towards Joy”On June 15th, the 6th cohort’s training for “Journey Towards Joy” concluded. “Journey Towards Joy” is a neurodevelopmental approach (NDA)…Jun 20Jun 20
Stephen and Joy YoonNutrition for Children with Disabilities to EnjoyIGNIS Community recently finished the second cohort of a “Detox and Nutrition Regimen” for families with developmental disabilities. For…Jun 3Jun 3
Stephen and Joy YoonFinding Peace in a Conflicted WorldIn the midst of rising international conflicts, how can we find peace in a conflicted world? Devastation in Gaza wages on as Israeli troops…May 16May 16