By John Redmond
Mannam Volunteer Association will hold its second “Walk in Their Shoes” event to raise awareness on those hit by natural disasters on Saturday, April 14.
All eight branches of the International Division of Mannam in South Korea will meet in their respective cities for this event. The branch of Seoul and Gyeonggi-do will meet at Seoul Grand Park in Gyeonggi-do. The walk will take place from 1pm to 6pm.
“Countless families have been affected by natural disasters across the globe in the past couple of years. Though we live comfortably here in South Korea, we do not want to forget our family and friends around the world who have suffered and those who are still recovering from catastrophes of the past,” states a press release.
Last year, Mannam started to raise awareness for countries such as Turkey, Pakistan and Japan, where natural disasters struck. Many people were not aware how extensive the damage was until natives from those countries shared stories of their loved ones back home.
“It will be an opportunity to become one as we remember our global family abroad and raise awareness to get others to support those who are suffering, through understanding and ultimately through action,” the group stated.
They will focus on Japan, Pakistan, Chile, Haiti, Thailand and Turkey. These are countries that have recently experienced natural disasters on a large scale within the past two years and are still recovering.
“Let us remind the world of their situation and be a support in every way we can.”
The Seoul group will meet at Seoul Grand Park fountains near Seoul Grand Park subway station (Line 4) at exit 2.
The cost to enter the park is 2,100 won, but participation is free.
To get there leave Seoul Grand Park Station (Line 4) at exit 2. Walk straight 300 meters until you see the fountains. Walk around the fountains towards the right and people will meet at the right end of the large building in the open area. Look for the banner and a white tent.