The Asia Research Institute at the National University of Singapore was established in 2001 to lead world-class research on Asia. Encompassing the humanities and social sciences, the institute particularly pursues integrative and interdisciplinary research that transcends traditional academic boundaries. To this end, it has provided platforms for scholars from various departments and faculties to collaborate through seminars, academic conferences, and joint research projects. Located in Singapore, a hub of communication in Asia, the institute has established itself as a major academic center where scholars from across Asia and around the world engage and exchange ideas.
Located in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, the Seochogu Banpo Library is a public library with one basement level and five floors above ground, opened in 2013. It houses approximately 70,000 books and 1,900 types of non-book materials. The library operates lifelong education programs with a practical focus and serves as a space for the cultural life of local residents. It goes beyond being “just a place to read books,” functioning as a space where culture and learning naturally take place in the lives of residents―a “complex cultural library where culture and learning are integrated”.
https://www.seocholib.or.kr/
The Korea Transportation Safety Authority (abbreviated as TS), established in 1981, is a quasi-governmental organization under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. Its purpose is to create a safe transportation environment, promote efficient traffic safety management, and contribute to the protection of citizens’ lives, bodies, and property by carrying out projects for the prevention of traffic accidents and supporting the operation and management of the transportation system.
https://main.kotsa.or.kr/main.do
Hadong-gun Office is the central administrative agency of Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, responsible for resident administrative services, implementing regional development and welfare policies, and managing key local administrative and living infrastructure functions such as culture, sports, and tourism.
https://www.hadong.go.kr/main.web
Seum is a child welfare organization established in 2015 to place children and families of incarcerated parents at the center of society and walk alongside them. Regardless of the crimes of their parents, Seum supports the 0.5% of incarcerated children, the most vulnerable and urgent group, to grow up healthy and safe under secure protection. It helps them live confidently with their unique identities and leads social change through human rights advocacy and awareness-raising activities centered on children’s rights, ensuring children in welfare blind spots overcome societal discrimination and prejudice.
https://iseum.or.kr/
High School Attached to College of Education, Dongguk University is a private boys’ high school located in Jangan-dong, Dongdaemun District, Seoul. It is an educational institution established by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Since its founding in 1947, the school has continuously pursued academic excellence and character development based on the wisdom and compassion of Buddhism, striving to realize an ideal world. To date, it has produced over 40,000 graduates.
https://ddbk.sen.hs.kr/
This private high school, with a long-standing tradition, was originally established as a two-year school named Myeongseong Academy on June 20, 1930, within the grounds of Jogyesa Temple, initiated by the Joseon Buddhist Women’s Youth Alliance. On March 7, 2005, the school was renamed Girls’ High School Attached to the College of Education, Dongguk University . In 2025, it transitioned to a coeducational system and adopted the new name Garam High School Attached to the College of Education, Dongguk University.
https://garam.sen.hs.kr/
Konkuk University Middle School, affiliated with the College of Education at Konkuk University, was established in 1968 with 18 classes. As of its 50th graduation ceremony in 2021, the school has produced over 29,000 graduates. Currently, it operates 24 classes with approximately 54 faculty and staff members and around 620 students.
https://konkuk.sen.ms.kr/
Konkuk University High School, affiliated with the College of Education at Konkuk University, was established in 1980 and has produced talented individuals across various fields over its 30-plus-year history. Through its “Dream-High” vision, the school has implemented a focused career-path curriculum and customized career programs. It also strengthens teacher competencies through professional learning communities and lesson-sharing, while enhancing educational activities through communication and resource sharing with the local community.
https://konkuk.sen.hs.kr/index.do
Nonhyeon Library is a district public library located on the 6th floor of the Nonhyeon 2-dong Community Service Center in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It supports local residents’ reading and cultural activities and offers a variety of programs.
https://library.gangnam.go.kr/nhlib/index.do
The Seongdong Foundation for Arts & Culture is a community-based cultural institution established in 2015 by Seongdong-gu, Seoul (located in Haengdang-dong). It operates a variety of cultural programs with the goal of promoting local culture and expanding residents’ participation in cultural and artistic activities.
https://www.sdfac.or.kr/kor/sdfac/main/main.do
The Seoul Science Center was established in 2017 in Hagye-dong, Nowon-gu, as the first science museum operated by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. It was created to expand science and culture facilities in the northern region of the city, reduce regional disparities in science education, and promote balanced development across Seoul. Aimed primarily at youth, the center features six permanent exhibition halls with 221 exhibits, as well as a special exhibition space showcasing rotating displays from science museums in the Seoul metropolitan area, such as the special exhibition The History of Things 2. The center also offers a wide range of educational programs and events, including hands-on science-making experiences for families, group science classes for elementary to high school students, expert lectures, science experiments, and nature ecology programs.
https://science.seoul.go.kr/main
