Better Together #ep.02 <독립유공자 후손 후원 프로젝트>
Better Together
I believe that a society made up of people who design their daily lives according to their own beliefs and values will ultimately lead us toward a warmer world. Let me introduce some of the social and campaign projects that have caught Wadizeye. If we work together, the world will become just a little bit warmer.
1. Starting Point: This is how the project began.
# Why Today Exists
Can the fact that I have a free and warm homeland be so heartbreaking and leave such a chill in my heart?
As we mark March 1st, I reflect on the noble sacrifices of the countless independence activists who risked their lives to fight for democracy and independence. I also realize just how precious our present is, thanks to the blood and sweat they shed to protect it. There is surely nothing more important than living our lives to the fullest, with a heart full of gratitude for the freedom they secured for us. At the same time, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to keep these values alive and pass them on to future generations.
# Rediscovering the Legacy of Forgotten Independence Activists
However, despite our gratitude, the reality is far from easy. It is a shameful fact that, of the approximately 150,000 independence activists in Korea, we know very few of their faces or names.
Source | Habitat for Humanity Korea
It was a heartbreaking reality that not only were these names forgotten, but the descendants of independence activists were also living in dire circumstances without adequate support, burdened by poverty rather than pride. Just as countless independence activists protected our names and homes on that historic day, we launched this fundraising campaign with the conviction that it is now our turn to recover the names of these anonymous independence activists and provide their descendants with a warm home.
2. Better Together: Together, we can do this.
# Raising Awareness of Independence Activists
Through merchandise featuring the Seodaemun Prison—a historic site—and the names of independence activists, you can commemorate Liberation Day in your daily life and express gratitude for their noble sacrifices.
Source | Habitat for Humanity Korea
# Improving Housing Conditions for Descendants of Independence Activists
You can support Habitat for Humanity Korea’s housing improvement project for the descendants of independence activists through this fundraising campaign. Please join us in helping them regain their pride as descendants of independence activists by providing them with clean and warm homes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4O3drxNmQAQ&t=132s
“Back then, the Japanese authorities confiscated everything—land and all. My grandfather gave his life for the cause, and as his grandson, I feel most sorry that I haven’t been able to bring honor to his name.”
_ Excerpt from an interview with Mr. Lee In-baek, grandson of independence activist and patriot Lee So-eung
“My grandfather was involved in the independence movement in Jeongseon, but after receiving 90 lashes, he was never able to work properly again. He didn’t get much of an education, so he couldn’t read. We don’t have much, but we live without being greedy.”
_From an interview with Lee Eui-ho, the grandson of independence activist and patriot Im Cheol-jae
To commemorate the noble sacrifices and dedication that made today’s South Korea possible
Please join us in supporting the March 1st Independence Movement Activists Support Project.
[March 1st Movement Day] Let’s support efforts to improve housing for the descendants of independence activists who are being forgotten!
Project Story with Habitat for Humanity: March 1st Independence Movement Activists Support Group. Please join us in showing your support to improve the poor living conditions of our heroes—the independence activists of the Republic of Korea and their descendants!
3. Connected Story: Another Story to Share
This is “Zion Shelter,” which began rescuing dogs left to die at a puppy farm and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. Please help ensure these dogs have a warm home and never go hungry!
We support single mothers who are fighting for “the right to raise their own children.” Proceeds will be donated to the Korea Association of Unwed Mothers and Families and used to fund our next project.
We raise awareness about the plight of beagles used as laboratory dogs for human research—who are all euthanized once the experiments are complete—and work to change public perception of laboratory dogs in order to support their adoption.
Wadizwill continue to share updates on a variety of projects so that the connection between supporters and makers can have a positive impact on the world.
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