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| TNKR holds a matching session on April 28 to pair defectors with tutors. TNKR will hold orientations for new volunteers this weekend. / Courtesy of TNKR |
By John Redmond
Women's group Lending Ears will hold a charity picnic Sunday on Yeouinaru, raising funds for Teach North Korean Refugees (TNKR).
From 1 to 5 p.m., guests can enjoy snacks, music, friendly conversation, games and coloring books together ― all while supporting a great cause.
Organizers will provide picnic blankets, mats, music, coloring pages and supplies, cards, Jenga, snacks and Polaroid photos for 2,000 won extra.
TNKR is a Seoul-based NGO that provides free English tutoring for North Korean refugees. Casey Lartigue Jr. and Lee Eun-koo established the group in 2013.
Over the years, 360 North Korean refugees have studied with TNKR's almost 800 volunteer tutors and coaches. Members of Lending Ears are TNKR tutors.
A small donation of 5,000 won or 10,000 won is requested.
Participants will meet at exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station on Line 5.
This event is child- and pet-friendly.
Search Facebook for "Sunday Picnic With Lending Ears ― A Fundraiser for TNKR" for more information.
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