NGFP-YV Student Spotlight: Yeonjae & CADA (Cultural Awareness and Diversity Advocates)
This student took part in the Next Generation Foresight Practitioners - Young Voices (NGFP-YV) Awards this year, but before that was already taking active steps to bridge cultural divides through CADA (Cultural Awareness and Diversity Advocates).
The Motivation
Growing up in a multicultural school environment within a largely monocultural society, Yeonjae realized early on that ignorance and casual racism often stem from a simple lack of opportunity to interact with people from diverse backgrounds. Believing that early cultural education can transform perspectives, Yeonjae set out to create systematic educational opportunities for youth.
Key Achievements & Impact
Students Reached: Over 210 students taught across South Korea and Japan.
International Expansion: Established CADA Japan at Elementary Schools, reaching over 60 participants.
Domestic Growth: Launching a chapter at CheongShim International Academy, Gyeonggi Province, with 8 founding members.
Structured Curriculum: Offers systematic, discussion-based workshops focusing on three core topics of intercultural competence for middle and elementary school students.
Vision for the Future
Yeonjae aims to expand CADA into areas with lower immigrant populations, such as Jeolla Province and other rural communities where opportunities for cultural interaction are minimal. By targeting these regions, CADA works to support local multicultural families while empowering youth to become empathetic global citizens.
About the Founder
Interests: Creating YouTube playlists (with over 2.8 million views!), listening to music, and exploring the world via Google Street View.
