January 2019
Revisit Korea Program 2019
Revisit Korea Program 2019
Objectives
l To express gratitude and respect to UN veterans of the Korean War and families for protecting sovereignty, freedom and democracy of Korea l To demonstrate that the UN veterans’ sacrifice and contribution were
not in vain and show a remarkable development of Korea
l To enhance Korea’s image as the country which never forgets the veterans’ help 69 years ago
l Note:
n A veteran should be accompanied by a caregiver who is either the veteran’s family, relative or close friend who will take care of the veteran in Korea and handle an emergency should it arise during the program.
n The MPVA will extend the invitation to veterans’ descendants or surviving family members of MIA/KIA/POW casualties.
2019 Program Details
Country
4.22 -4.27.
(4.26.)
5.26.
-5.31.
(5.30.)
6.23.
-6.28.
(6.27.) 7.25.
-7.30.
(7.27.) 9.26-
10.1 (9.30.)
10.21.
-10.26.
(10.25.) 11.9.
-11.14.
(11.11.)
Total
6 2 2 2 12
New Zealand
* The quotas include Korean War veterans, caregivers and coordinators.
Eligibility Requirements
① any veteran who served in the Korean War and immediate post-armistice period by sea, land, or air during the period from June 25, 1950 through October 25, 1954
In the case of a veteran who has passed away, but would have met the revisit criteria, his family may also be eligible to participate on behalf of the veteran.
In either case, participants should be allowed to travel overseas.
Note:
ü First priority is given to those who have not visited Korea before through the Revisit Korea Program. Those who have visited Korea through this program, but not within the past three-year period, are also eligible to participate.
ü Please consult with the MPVA first if you have a family member/family members of a veteran who wants/want to participate in the program without the veteran, since surviving veterans are treated as more important than family members.
ü All participants must be in good health and capable of making the long- distance trip by air; the participants should consult with a doctor to confirm their health status.
② one accompanying person (referred to as Caregiver) who can provide care for the Veteran or the bereaved family member, as explained in Criterion ① Note:
ü A participant who meets Criterion ① may be accompanied by one Caregiver should the caregiver agree to be responsible for the participant’s health and safety and assist the participant throughout the entire revisit program period.
ü The MPVA recommends one caregiver for each veteran.
Sponsorship for Participants
n Partial Reimbursement of Fight Tickets
Ø 50% reimbursement for a veteran or a participant as described in Criterion ①
Ø Eligibility Requirements (economy class -- domestic & international -- from their point of departure to the Incheon International Airport), 30% reimbursement of one caregiver for each participant as explained in Criterion ① of the Eligibility Requirements
Ø Flight tickets issued and distributed to veterans by KWVAs and travel agencies in each nation
n Accommodation and In-country Transportation
Ø Hotel (five-star): a twin-bed room for two persons and hotel meals Ø In-country transportation: generally 45-passenger buses are provided
for the purpose of the program, and if necessary, trains, preferably KTX bullet-trains (to Busan, for example), are taken
Ø Meals: meals are provided for the whole duration of the program Ø Tour: depending on the schedule, visits to tourist destinations or
cultural experiences are included in the program (subject to change) Ø Shopping: shopping opportunities are provided, considering the
overall schedule
* Personal activity expenses, shopping, alcoholic beverages or personal extended stay are not covered.
Options for Airfare Reimbursement
A travel agency in a respective UN Sending State Ø Issue and distribute flight tickets to veterans
Ø Purchase travel insurance for veterans, fill out rosters, assemble veterans for departure and fulfill all responsibilities
Ø Provide administrative support for KWVA with filling out rosters and checking veterans' health conditions and passports
.
Program Organization n Commemorations
Veterans attend key commemoration depending on the occasion. For instance, they attend the following:
- Battle Commemorations: Gapyeong Battle/Imjin River Battle (April), Jangjin Reservoir Battle
- Government Ceremonies: Korean War Outbreak (June 25), Armistice Agreement (July 27) and Turn Toward Busan Memorial Ceremony (November 11)
n Thank-you Banquet
Every Revisit Program has one official dinner or luncheon hosted by the MPVA.
For instance, a Thank-you Banquet for a given Revisit:
1. Is attended by government officials, ambassadors of UN allied nations, KWVA Korea board members, citizens and students
2. Consists of welcoming remarks, Ambassador for Peace Medals presentation, showing of a video clip on the program and performances 3. The dress code is formal.
n Battlefield Visits
Battlefields, memorial facilities, Seoul National Cemetery, War Memorial of Korea, UN Memorial Cemetery in Busan, etc.
n Cultural Tours
Korean Folk Village, palaces, National Museum of Korea, tasting Korean food and wearing hanbok (Korean traditional dress)
Safety Measures
* Safety Manual to ensure participants’ health
n Before arrival
- Check demands for wheelchairs
- Make sure participants indicate medical alert information in advance
n Medical Expenses and Emergent Situations
- All participants should buy travel insurance (travel agency) - Submit non-liability agreement from participants
n Safety Staff and Education
- Safety staff will be hired and trained before the program - Safety staff uniform to ensure responsible care
- Enough wheelchairs
n Medical Emergency Response System - List of local hospitals near the visit sites
[Attachment 1]
THE MINISTRY OF PATRIOTS AND VETERANS AFFAIRS
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF RESPONSIBILITY AGREEMENT
We, the undersigned, by accepting the invitation of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs (MPVA) of the Republic of Korea to participate in the 2019 Revisit Korea Program, agree to the following terms and conditions:
The MPVA shall not become liable or responsible in any way in connection with any means of transportation or other services, or for any loss, injury or damage to, or in respect of, any person or property howsoever arising, nor be responsible for damages arising from the default of a tour operator/carrier, lost/damaged baggage, trip cancellation, bad weather, natural disaster or other acts of God.
Veteran (or Bereaved Family Member)
Name _________________________ Signature _______________ Date ________________
Companion
Name _________________________ Signature _______________ Date ________________
[Attachment 2]
Veteran Roster
Full Name Date of Birth
Address
Email Phone Number
Passport Number Expiration Date
Contact Information
Name Relationship
Email Phone Number
Flight Info.
(If available)
No. Arrival Departure
Korean War
Service Period Branch / Unit
Service Number Rank Major
Battle
Have you been awarded Ambassador for Peace Medal by the MPVA? Yes No Your Health Status:
Have you consulted with a doctor who confirmed that you are healthy enough to travel overseas?
(Please circle Yes or No) Yes No
Medical Insurance Information (please attach a copy)
Insurance Company or Policy Name:
Contact Information:
Policy Number:
Information on Blood Type and Dietary or Physical Restrictions:
Blood Type:
Dietary / Physical Restrictions:
Wheelchair Requirement: Yes No Medical Alert Information:
Condition Medication and Instruction
--- ---\
--- ---\
Bereaved Family Roster
Full Name Date of Birth
Address
Email Phone Number
Passport Number Expiration Date
Contact Information
Name Relationship
Email Phone Number
Flight Info.
(If available)
No. Arrival Departure
Your family's Korean War Service Period
Branch / Unit
Service Number Rank Major
Battle
Has your family been awarded Ambassador for Peace Medal by the MPVA? Yes No Your Health Status:
Have you consulted with a doctor who confirmed that you are healthy enough to travel overseas?
(Please circle Yes or No) Yes No
Medical Insurance Information (please attach a copy)
Insurance Company or Policy Name:
Contact Information:
Policy Number:
Information on Blood Type and Dietary or Physical Restrictions:
Blood Type:
Dietary / Physical Restrictions:
Wheelchair Requirement: Yes No Medical Alert Information:
Condition Medication and Instruction
--- ---\
--- ---\
Companion Roster
Full Name Relationship Date of Birth
Address
Email Phone Number
Passport Number Expiration date
Contact Information
Name Relationship
Email Phone Number
Flight Info.
(If available)
No. Arrival Departure
Your Health Status:
Have you consulted with a doctor who confirmed that you are healthy enough to travel overseas?
(Please circle Yes or No) Yes No
Medical Insurance Information (please attach a copy)
Insurance Company or Policy Name:
Contact Information:
Policy Number:
Information on Blood Type and Dietary or Physical Restrictions:
Blood Type:
Dietary / Physical Restrictions:
Wheelchair Requirement: Yes No Medical Alert Information:
Condition Medication and Instruction
--- ---\
--- ---\
[Attachment 3]
Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information
* Please read the following and sign your initials in the boxes provided if you agree.
1. Collection and Use of Confidential Information
[Collection of Personal Information]
For the purpose of managing veterans who participate in the Revisit Korea Program, the MPVA collects personal information as follows: name, date of birth, address, contact details, passport number, military unit and rank, photo and health condition
[Use of Personal Information]
The MPVA uses the information you provide for:
○ Program Operations and Management
- Revisit Korea Program schedule coordination and veterans' health conditions checks - other programs carried out to honor veterans' sacrifices and dedication
○ Registration and Management of Veterans
[Retention Period of Personal Information]
○ All documents containing personal information are destroyed as soon as it is reasonable to assume that the purpose for which personal information was collected is no longer being served by retention of the personal information, except such personal information as follows:
- name, date of birth and address - retention period: permanent
- purpose: to eliminate veterans who have already participated in a Revisit Korea Program from the list of invitees for the next program
[Right to Refuse to Consent]
If you do not want to provide your personal information, the MPVA will not collect it. However, if you do not agree to this agreement, you cannot join the program.
2. Consent to Processing of Sensitive Personal Information
The MPVA processes sensitive personal data (health conditions including diseases and mediation) for the purpose as follows:
- to check veterans' health
All confidential information you provide is used for only purposes for which it was collected, and will not be used for other purposes without your prior consent.
3. Consent to Processing of Personal Identifying Information
The MPVA collects personal identifying information (passport number) for the purpose of using it for Revisit Korea Program-related services as follows:
- flight ticket reservation - hotel reservation
4. Consent to Sharing Personal Information with Third Parties
The MPVA shares personal information you provide with the contracted travel agency and hotel assisting the Revisit Korea Program team in managing veterans during their visit.
1. Third parties: travel agency and hotel
2. Shared information: names, passport numbers, contact information 3. Purpose: management of visiting veterans
4. Retention period of shared personal information: only during the visit of veterans (after the program, all documents containing personal information will be destroyed)
[Attachment 4]
Veteran’s (or Family Member’s) Comments
Please share your valuable comments on the below questions about your (or your family’s) service during the Korean War.
What was/were your (or your family’s) major battle/battles during the Korean War?
Do you have any special story related to your (or your family’s) participation in the Korean War?
How do you feel about visiting Korea once again (or for the first time after the war, or for the first time ever)?
