Winners of 10th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards Outstanding volunteer

Jo, leader in community green projects, finds solutions for environmental issues

Born to a German mother and a Korean father, Jo Un-ol is a third grader at Chonbuk Mechanical Technical High School in Iksan, North Jeolla Province.

Jo has a keen eye for environmental problems inside and outside of school and offers creative solutions while leading multiple volunteering projects.

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He improved the milk carton disposal system on his school campus by engaging in a carton exchange project run by the city government. He led a carton-washing activity voluntarily with his friends, and this activity was covered by a local newspaper for contributing to environmental protection and to show others the joy of community service.

Jo also upgraded the town's recycling system. With the help of his neighbors and financial aid from the Korea Safety Health Environment Foundation, Jo built a waste disposal platform and educated local residents by distributing a self-made recycling guide. He was given the 2021 Youth Volunteer Award by the city government of Gunsan, North Jeolla Province.

Acknowledged for his volunteering accomplishments, Jo was invited to appear as a speaker on the subject of fighting climate crisis for young people.

Jo dreams of becoming an engineer in the electrical and environmental sector.