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- Hosting of the 5th International Conference on East Asian Religious Culture
On August 28, the Daesoon Academy of Sciences (Director Bae Kyu-han) held the 5th International Conference on East Asian Religious Culture online. Approximately 200 researchers from 49 universities and research institutes across Korea, China, Vietnam, Taiwan, Australia, and Germany attended this conference. Held under the theme of "Mutual Understanding and Exchange of East Asian Religious Culture," the event featured 62 presenters and 15 scholars serving as discussants and moderators. The conference facilitated diverse discussions and in-depth debates on East Asian religious culture, covering topics such as Daesoon Jinrihoe, East Asian New Religions, Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and Folk Beliefs. Meanwhile, scholars including Professor Li Hongjun of Yanbian University and Professor Huang Yongfeng of Xiamen University—who serve as Editors-in-Chief of the Daesoon Academy of Sciences' Chinese-language international journal, Journal of East Asian Religious Culture—expressed their sincere gratitude. They acknowledged the Daesoon Academy of Sciences as a leading international academic institution in the field of East Asian religious culture, particularly for establishing an academic research and international exchange network where young scholars can thrive, and for disseminating those achievements.
2024-08-28
- 'Daejin High School' and 'Daejin Girls' High School' Exchange Ecological and Environmental Knowledge with Mongolian High Schools
On August 26th, the Korea-Mongolia Ecological Environment Exchange Event was held at Daejin High School (Principal Heo Ui-seon) and Daejin Girls’ High School (Principal Kim Jung-nam, who took office on September 1st). The exchange program involved approximately 80 students from eight high schools in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, visiting Daejin High School and Daejin Girls’ High School. The event included presentations by the Mongolian students on the ecological environment of Mongolia and tours of the ecological environment class facilities at both Daejin schools. The celebration concluded amidst great cheers from the students, featuring K-Pop dance performances by Daejin High School, orchestra performances by Daejin Girls’ High School, and various traditional performances by the Mongolian students. When asked by a reporter about the significance of the event, Principal Heo Ui-seon of Daejin High School responded, “I hope that by working on projects with foreign students and meeting them directly, our students will deepen their understanding of other countries.” He added, “Through this experience, I hope Daejin students will personally realize what competencies are required in this global era and strive to acquire them.”
2024-08-26
- Daejin Electronics and Telecommunication High School Holds International Exchange with Japan's Sasebo Technical High School
Daejin Electronics and Telecommunication (Principal Kim Jae-hak) High School hosted an international exchange program from July 9 to 12, inviting 13 teachers and students from Sasebo Technical High School in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. The exchange activities included attending major-related classes together, such as Virtual Reality (VR), game production, and design practice. The participants also experienced Korean culture through visits to the Busan Vocational Education Expo, using the Busan City Tour Bus, touring the Port of Busan, and participating in homestays. Moon Sang-geun, the teacher in charge of the event, stated, "We organized the program to help students with different language and cultural backgrounds develop their communication skills and ability to cooperate with one another." He added, "This experience is expected to help them gain an international perspective."
2024-07-13
- Chinese Professors Pursuing Doctoral Degrees in Education at Daejin University Visit Yeoju Headquarters Temple
On July 11, more than 20 university professors and staff members from various regions of China—currently pursuing doctoral degrees in Education at Daejin University—visited the Yeoju Headquarters Temple. The visiting group included professors specializing in English, political science, mathematics, physical education, nursing, social welfare, and other academic fields. After touring the Daesoon Jinrihoe Welfare Foundation, the delegation held a meeting with President Yun Eundo. During the discussion, President Yun encouraged the professors, saying, “I hope you will study diligently and contribute to the education of students when you return to your hometowns.” He added, “We will explore ways to strengthen online lectures so that students can study locally while earning their degrees.” One of the professors remarked, “Because the cultures of our two countries are quite similar, studying in Korea has not been difficult. We are grateful to Daesoon Jinrihoe for providing such a supportive environment for our studies.”
2024-07-11
- Speech by the Chairman of DIVA at the Meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh of Vietnam officially visited Korea for four days, from June 30 to July 3, at the invitation of Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo. This marked the first visit by a high-ranking Vietnamese official since Korea and Vietnam elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in December 2022. The delegation consisted of over 100 individuals, including the Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Planning and Investment, the Minister of Finance, a business delegation, and the President of VUFO (Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations). On the first day of his visit, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a meeting titled "An Inspiring Gathering with Korean Friends," inviting the heads of approximately 60 organizations, including Korean NGOs active in Vietnam, the Korea-Vietnam Friendship Association, the Association of Koreans Who Love Vietnam, and coach Park Hang-seo. Eight individuals were given the opportunity to speak at the event. Through the consideration of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Yoon Eun-ho, Chairman of the Daejin International Volunteers Association (DIVA), delivered the first speech. Chairman Yoon Eun-ho presented on the topic, "Harmony and Cooperation Between the Republic of Korea and Vietnam Towards a New Era," which received a positive reception at the venue. Subsequently, several media outlets, including Vietnam's state-run public broadcasting, aired reports on the promotion of Korea-Vietnam cooperation, citing the content of Chairman Yoon Eun-ho's presentation.
2024-07-04
