JOSEPH KIM’S STORY

Joseph was one of the first North Korean refugees we helped reach freedom and safety. Today he’s a published author, has spoken at the United Nations, and shared his story from the TED stage. He is a reminder of the incredible resilience and potential of the North Korean people.

STEP 1 | CONNECT

Exchange info with Rescue Team members

Download the sign-up sheet to take attendance and get the contact information for new members.

STEP 2 | INTRODUCE YOURSELVES

Get to know your fellow Rescue Team members!

Ask fun questions or play an icebreaker game to make everyone feel welcome.

STEP 3 | UPDATES

Share updates to get everyone on the same page.

Each committee chair shares about what they have been working on since the last meeting, what they’ll be working on next, and any tasks they need help with.

STEP 4 | LEARN

Watch the TED Talk!

Joseph Kim tells the story of his life in North Korea during the famine years. He has begun to create a new life — but he still searches for the family he lost.

Quick facts about Joseph:

His TED talk has been viewed over 1 million times.

He published his memoir in June 2015.

He is now studying international relations in college.

He received an educational grant through our Empowerment Programs to allow him to focus on his studies.

STEP 5 | MESSAGE

Watch this special message from Joseph!

Want to thank Joseph for the video? Check out out his Facebook page!

STEP 6 | DISCUSSION

Go over these questions

What surprised you most about Joseph’s story?

Joseph’s entire outlook on life changed after he was given a chicken wing. Have there been single moments in your life that affected you deeply?

How can we share Joseph’s story with our community?

STEP 8 | CONTACT US

Tell us how it went!

Do you have any updates you want to share, questions about Rescue Teams, or need help thinking of more ideas? Head to the connect page to get in touch!