Inside Korea’s Social Impact

Editor’s Note 🖍🖉   Not long ago, I had a conversation with an acquaintance. We remarked, "If someone asks who is currently working in the social impact sector, there used to be so many people, but now it feels like there are only a few left." "There used to be many, but they must have all moved on to other industries." Just a few years ago, there was a relatively large presence of young people in the social impact field. Now, however, it is difficult to find them — as if they have all migrated to other sectors.   This is precisely why creating an environment where young people actually want to work is crucial. While attracting new talent is important, it is equally vital to retain the young professionals who are already in the sector so that they can protect their places and continue their work without leaving.   This post is the second part of our anonymous interview series featuring young professionals working in the social impact sector. The series ...

Editor’s Note 🖋🖍   Although I am currently working independently as a solo content creator, I transitioned through numerous organizations during my career. My reasons for moving on varied — sometimes it was a voluntary choice, while at other times, I lost my job due to external factors.   When I began working as a social impact reporter, I met countless young professionals who shared similar experiences. High turnover rates were common, and many frequently moved between organizations or left the social sector entirely for other industries. Yet, whenever I met them, their eyes were undeniably bright. They told me their hearts beat faster knowing that their work, even in a small way, contributed to making the world a better place.   Despite their passion, however, a vicious cycle of hiring and resignation continues for many young people in this sector.   So, I decided to ask them directly. I interviewed three practitioners in their 20s, 30s, and 40s t...