Individuality, Heritage, and Harmony
Modu Moida is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by parents and educators from the U.S. and Korea to serve the needs of Korean diaspora youth. We successfully launched a landmark Korean heritage camp in Seoul in June 2025 and are partnering with organizations of all sizes to advance our mission.
Modu Moida will strive to make authentic and engaging learning about Korea accessible to everyone, from vibrant Korean American communities in the US to groups of K-pop fans in France.
Our mission began with a summer camp in Seoul to nurture Korean heritage and leadership, laying the foundation for a broader effort to connect people everywhere with the Korean story through education and peer mentoring.
Guiding Vision
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The story is different for each Korean community around the world and is worth chronicling and celebrating.
Outcome: Kids who know who they are
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Understanding where we come from boosts confidence and fosters a sense of belonging.
Outcome: Kids who know where they come from -
A global world needs leaders with compassion and collaboration skills.
Outcome: Bridge-builders who know how to work with others
Core Values
HERITAGE
Individuality
Knowing where you come from creates lasting confidence.
Community
Support networks and mentorship are critical to healthy child development.
Global Mindset
Be open to the world and enrich it with Korean values and culture.
EDUCATION
Universal Access
Curate, develop, and deliver authentic, accurate content about Korea for everyone.
Joyful Learning
Play, engagement, curiosity, and discovery spark the deepest learning.
Innovation
Modern tools preserve timeless stories and bring new ones to life.
Officers
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Sam Paik
PRESIDENT
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Carol Lim
Vice-President
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Curtis Lee
Treasurer
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Will Hong
Secretary
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Hijoo Son
Director of Learning
Why Modu Moida
The Korean American community is increasingly dispersed beyond traditional population centers, creating new challenges for engagement and connection. This geographic shift calls for innovative, accessible solutions that can reach families wherever they are.
Despite high levels of educational attainment and household income, Korean Americans remain underrepresented in elected office and corporate leadership, including C-suite roles. Leadership is cultivated. The skills, confidence, and cultural grounding required for effective leadership should be nurtured from a young age.
At the same time, well-curated, age-appropriate Korean cultural and historical content for children and youth in the diaspora remains limited and difficult to access. There is a clear need for high-quality resources that foster identity, pride, and a sense of belonging among the next generation.
How to Address the Challenges
Operate a signature camp as a rallying point for our mission.
Curate heritage content and innovate its delivery.
Celebrate the diaspora experience and its contribution to Korean identity.
Engage with communities, identify young leaders, and nurture them.
Deliverables
Near-Term
Intermediate-Term
Create a high-benchmark summer heritage program in Seoul for children ages 7 to 13.
Begin developing innovative programs that support continued learning beyond the camp
Long-Term
Support community programs and multi-language immersion schools.
Partner with reputable academics and artists to chronicle the resilience of the Korean diaspora.
Identify youth of Korean heritage who show promise in community service and nurture, mentor, and support their growth.
Accelerate the Korean heritage content curation and development.
Facilitate regional events that bring former campers, parents, counselors, and community members together for mentorship.
Help build a platform that connects Korean schools with schools with large Korean heritage populations for cultural and academic exchange.
