Through Nov 19: Take a Korean Diaspora Policy Course Online 🎓

🧭 What kind of course is it?

The course is called the 'Expert Course for Understanding Overseas Korean Policy and Settlement Support.' It is jointly run by the Together Multicultural Network, the Ministry of Justice-designated Overseas Korean Stay Support Center, and Korea University's Asiatic Research Institute.

Its goal is to build a network of immigration and overseas Korean policy experts in preparation for the era of 1 million returning overseas Koreans. It is sponsored by the Ministry of Justice's Immigration and Foreigner Policy Headquarters (출입국·외국인정책본부) and KEPCO KDN. 📄

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Foreign resident

What exactly is this course?

Kabi · K-VISA AI

It is a course to build a network of experts who understand overseas Korean policy and think together about settlement support. The center and Korea University's Asiatic Research Institute run it together.

📅 When and how can I take it?

The schedule runs from October 29 (Thu) to November 19 (Thu). It consists of 4 sessions and 10 lectures.

Online attendance is available, so you can take it even if you live far away. The press release says anyone who is interested can take part. 💡

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Foreign resident

Can I take it without going in person?

Kabi · K-VISA AI

Yes, it says online attendance is available. Check the poster attached to the notice for the details.

📚 What lectures are there?

Lecture 1 covers the history of overseas Korean migration and the historical changes in overseas Korean policy. Lecture 2 is about understanding overseas Korean stay status and legal standing, which is worth a look if you care about stay issues.

Other topics include social integration, overseas Korean settlement policy, the role of the Overseas Korean Stay Support Center, education for Koryo-saram youth with a migrant background, and the on-the-ground situation in areas with large overseas Korean communities. There are 10 lectures in total, and the lecturers include professors, PhDs, and members of the National Assembly. 🙂

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Foreign resident

Is there a lecture about stay status?

Kabi · K-VISA AI

Lecture 2 is 'Understanding Overseas Korean Stay Status and Legal Standing.' However, the materials don't say whether it offers consultation on individual stay status.

🙋 What does this mean for me?

This course is not a notice about changes to visa application or extension procedures. So there is nothing saying you will be disadvantaged in your stay if you don't take it.

It's a great opportunity if you're interested in overseas Korean policy, settlement support, or local communities, or if you want to work in a related field. For details such as eligibility requirements and course fees, check the original notice or 1345. ✅

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Foreign resident

Do I have to take it?

Kabi · K-VISA AI

No, it isn't mandatory. It's a course for people who are interested.

📞 To find out more

The application method and details are on the poster attached to the HiKorea notice. Open the poster first and check it.

The Ministry of Justice press release also lists contact numbers (02-2110-4490, 02-2110-4141) for the Overseas Korean Stay Integration Division (동포체류통합과) of the Immigration and Foreigner Policy Headquarters. For general stay questions, 1345 is the easier place to check. 😮

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Foreign resident

Where can I check how to apply?

Kabi · K-VISA AI

Check the poster attached to the HiKorea notice. The materials don't separately state the application method shown on the poster.

✅ What to do now, step by step

1. 1Open the attached poster in the HiKorea notice and check how to apply.
2. 2Mark on your calendar the days you can attend between October 29 (Thu) and November 19 (Thu).
3. 3Pick the lecture topics you are interested in.
4. 4If you plan to take it online, check your internet connection in advance.
5. 5If you want to know the detailed requirements, call 1345.