2020 OKF Homecoming Program
For Overseas Korean Adoptees
1. Introduction
The Overseas Koreans Foundation (OKF) is pleased to invite overseas Korean adoptees and their children to our new Homecoming Program. This program is to help overseas Korean adoptees explore and have better understanding of Korea and maintain long-lasting connections with Korea and Korean communities around the world. We look forward to seeing you in Korea.
2. Overview
1) Dates: November 9th (Mon) to 14rd (Sat), 2020 (6 days and 5 nights) 2) Location(s): Seoul and other regions (TBA)
3) Eligibility
(A) Overseas Korean adoptees aged under 45
(B) Children of overseas Korean adoptees aged under 45
*A guardian MUST accompany children aged under18 in both cases of (A) and (B) (As for guardians, there is no age limit for participation.)
(C) Accompanying persons of above participants
(One participant can bring one accompanying person only.)
a) Guardians of participants aged under 18 (in both cases of (A) and (B)) b) Legal spouse of participant (A) or (B)
c) Adoptive parents of participant (A)
(D) Others
a) Representative(s) of organizations for adoptees, who will supervise the adoptee participants b) Those who have recommendation letters either from the Embassies/Consulates General
of ROK or from other organizations and institutions for adoptees 4) Number of Participants: 250 persons
5) Programs: Social activities, cultural experience, historical site visits, etc.
*Please refer to the tentative itinerary for more details.
*NOTE: The OKF may cancel the program, if COVID-19 outbreaks continue.
3. OKF Financial Support
Air ticket
Round-trip Ticket (Economy Class)
- Reimbursement for the actual cost of transportation will be authorized within the scope of our standard cost rules that follow ROK Government
Transportation Request (GTR).
- The OKF will NOT cover any charges in excess of the standard cost limit.
After purchasing your ticket, please submit the copies of your ticket and passport, and we will help you receive reimbursement during the program.
NOTE
- If you visit other areas than your original residence on your way to Korea for personal business, the nearest area to Korea will be considered your departure city.
- Please make sure that your travel dates are within two weeks before/after the program.
Accommodation
1 room per 2 participants (i.e., room sharing with another participant)
If you are using a room alone, please inform the OKF and pay 50% of the accommodation cost at the hotel desk.
Meals &
Participation fee Fully covered by the OKF
* Please be aware that for legal spouses, the OKF covers participation fee, meals and accommodation (1 room for one couple) only.
* No other expenses than the aforementioned will be covered.
4. Application Guideline
1) How to apply
Fill out the attached application forms(including Appendix 1-6) and submit them to the Korean Embassies/Consulates General of your residence
* Also, please send your essay (Appendix6) to the OKF (via E-mail: okf_hrights@okf.or.kr)
* Make sure all your contact information is accurate. (We will notify you with the selection result, programs and other important announcements via e-mail.)
2) Submission Deadline: until June 6th (Sat), (midnight, KST) (Please submit your registration at your earliest convenience.) 3) Required Documents
Application form (including a photo, 3*4cm)
A copy of passport
* All documents must be written either in English or in Korean.
* Submitted documents will NOT be returned to any applicants whether selected or not.
5. We will select invitees in the following order:
Joint participation of an overseas Korean adoptee and his/her child(ren) (*that may include an accompanying person)
1) All of the applicants have NOT visited Korea 2) Some of them have NOT visited Korea
Individual participation of an overseas Korean adoptee or a Korean adoptee’s child (*that may include an accompanying person)
3) The applicant who has NOT visited Korea
4) The applicant who is recommended by the respective Embassy/Consulate General or by relevant organizations and institutions for adoptees
* And any other cases that the OKF considers eligible
6. Selection Process
Documents reviewed by Korean diplomatic offices (in June)
OKF Committee/board meeting for participant selection (at the end of June)
Announcement of the participant selection (by early July)
(*to selected participants individually and through the diplomatic offices)
*Participants should:
- book flights - send RSVP
‘2020 OKF Homecoming Program for Overseas Korean Adoptees’ begins (in November)
7. Contacts
Overseas Koreans Foundation
Manager: Jiwon Han / Assistant Manager: JiHyeon Jo 55, Sinjung-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Korea, 63565
Phone: +82-64-786-0212/0213/0214, Fax: +82-64-786-0249, E-mail: okf_hrights@okf.or.kr SNS: facebook.com/hrights.okf, instagram.com/hrights.okf
2020 OKF Homecoming Program for Overseas Korean Adoptees
November 9 (Mon) to 14 (Sat), (Tentative Itinerary)
※ The itinerary is subject to change depending on the circumstances
Date Schedule Location
Nov 9th (Mon) Day 1
• Registration & Check-In
• Orientation & Small Group Arrangements
• Opening Ceremony & Welcoming Banquet
Seoul
Nov 10th (Tue) Day 2
• Ice-breaking and social activities
• Talk Concert, etc.
• Field Trip to Seoul - Part I
- City tour, historical site visits, tasting Korean street food, etc.
Seoul
Nov 11th (Wed) Day 3
• Field Trip to Seoul - Part II
- Learning Korean language and culture, historical site visits, etc. Seoul
Nov 12th (Thurs) Day 4
• First-hand Cultural Experience (Other city) - Part I TBA
Nov 13th (Fri) Day 5
• Field Trip to Seoul - Part III
• Closing Ceremony & Farewell Banquet (Luncheon)
Seoul (TBA)
Nov 14th (Sat) Day 6
• Participant Satisfaction Survey
• Check-out Seoul
[Appendix 1]
Application Form
Name
*Your name MUST match the name on
your passport.
(Full Name)
Last First Middle (Korean Name), if applicable
Photo
Recent Color Photo (3*4cm) Sex □ Male □ Female
Classification
□ Overseas Korean Adoptee
* If you have an accompanying person, please fill out the application form for the person (Appendix 2) as well.
□ Child of Overseas Korean Adoptee
* If you have an accompanying person, please fill out the application form for the person (Appendix 2) as well.
* If you are under the age of 18, please fill out Appendix 2 Date of Birth yy/mm/dd
Place of Birth (City/Town) (Country)
Country of
Residence Nationality
Passport Info.
(Passport Number) (Country of Issue)
(Date of Issue) (Date of Expiry)
Contact Info.
(Home Phone No.) (Cell Phone No.)
(E-mail Address)
(Postal Address)
Emergency Contacts
1. Primary Contact
(Name)
(Relationship with the participant)
(Phone No.)
2. Secondary Contact
(Name)
(Relationship with the participant)
(Phone No.)
Language Proficiency
(Native Language) (Korean Proficiency Level)
□(Advanced) □(Intermediate)
□(Beginner) (English Proficiency Level)
□(Advanced) □(Intermediate) □(Beginner)
Occupation Religion
Name of Organization (*If you are a member
of any group(s) for adoptees)
Hobbies/Skills
Do you plan to stay in Korea before or after the program? If yes, when and for how long?
□Yes □No
(When and how long?)
Dietary Requirements (Vegetarian, religious
restrictions, etc.)
Health Issues (Allergies or medical
conditions)
Have you ever visited Korea before?
If yes, when/for how long and for what purpose?
□Yes □No
(When and how long?) (Purpose of the visit)
What motivated you to apply for this program?
Please introduce yourself.
Also, introduce your person accompanying please. (If applicable)
Which region(s)/place(s) would you like to visit while in Korea?
(We may get an idea from yours.)
Please list any activities or cultural events you would like to
participate in.
(We may get an idea from yours.)
I hereby certify that the above information is true and I agree to abide by all the regulations of the OKF.
Applicant Name (Signature)
[Appendix 2] *
Application Form
For an accompanying person
- Legal Spouse, Guardian, Adoptive Parent, and Others
For participants aged under 18
Classification
□ Legal Spouse
□ Guardian
* of overseas Korean adoptee or of a child of Korean adoptee (both aged under 18)
□ Adoptive Parent
□ Overseas Korean Adoptee or a Child of an Overseas Korean Adoptee (aged under 18)
□ Other (Representative from an organization for Adoptees, etc.
Photo
Recent Color Photo (3*4cm)
Name
*Your name MUST match the name on
your passport.
(Full Name)
Last First Middle (Korean Name), if applicable
Sex □ Male □ Female Date of Birth yy/mm/dd
Country of
Residence Nationality
Passport Info.
(Passport Number) (Country of Issue)
(Date of Issue) (Date of Expiry)
Contact Info.
(Home Phone No.) (Cell Phone No.)
(E-mail Address)
(Postal Address)
(English Proficiency Level)
□(Advanced) □(Intermediate) □(Beginner) Dietary
Requirements (Vegetarian, religious
restrictions, etc.)
Health Issues (Allergies or medical
conditions)
Which region(s)/place(s) would you like to visit while in Korea?
(We may get an idea from yours.)
Please list any activities or cultural events you would like to
participate in.
(We may get an idea from yours.)
I hereby certify that the above information is true and I agree to abide by all the regulations of the OKF.
Applicant Name (Signature)
[Appendix 3]
Documentation Release
I, the undersigned, hereby give my consent for the Overseas Koreans Foundation (OKF) to reproduce, use, publicize, and/or exhibit the image or voice of the person named below, including but not limited to photographs and video recordings. I acknowledge and agree that the OKF is not responsible for any claims for damages caused by libel, slander, invasion of privacy, or any other claims based on the use of the aforementioned materials. Neither the OKF nor anyone related to the Foundation has promised compensation in relation to this release. This release is equally valid for employees, agents, license users, successors, and assignees of the OKF.
The OKF may use the abovementioned materials in:
OKF websites (including SNS channels)
Magazines or Newsletters
Any kinds of publication and media used for education, exhibition, promotion and other relevant purposes
Name Address City, State, Zip Code Country Phone Number
Signature
□
Date* Please check the box to indicate that you have reviewed and agree to the abovementioned.
* Participants MUST sign the release in order to participate in the OKF invitation Program.
[Appendix 4]
Liability Release
In consideration of the person named below (hereinafter referred to as “I”) taking part either as a participant or as a volunteer in the Invitation Program for overseas Korean adoptees hosted by the Overseas Koreans Foundation (hereinafter referred to as “OKF”), the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to the following provisions of this liability release:
1. I understand and acknowledge that the use of facilities and equipment provided by the OKF and participation in the Program involves risks including, but not limited to the following:
risk of property damage, bodily injury, including, but not limited to permanent disability, paralysis, and possibly death. These risks may result from a variety of circumstances including, but not limited to, the use or misuse of the facilities and equipment, from the activity itself, from the acts of myself/my family’s or others, including the OKF and its agents or from the unavailability of emergency medical care.
2. I assume full responsibility for all risks that may arise out of or result from my/my family’s participation in the Program, including but not limited to those risks described in subsection 1, above.
3. In the event that any damage to equipment or facilities occurs as a result of my or my family’s neglectful, reckless or willful actions, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any actions of neglect or recklessness.
4. I acknowledge that I have reviewed, know, and agree to all of the policies and procedures relating to my/my family’s participation in the Program. I understand that the safe and proper use of all equipment, facilities or participation in activities is dependent upon carefully following these policies and procedures. I agree to comply with and abide by all the OKF rules, regulations and policies. I understand that the OKF reserves the right to revoke or terminate my participation in the Program for any violations of these rules, regulations and policies. In the event of such revocation or termination, I understand that I shall not be entitled to reimburse of any costs I have paid or incurred.
5. I agree that the OKF is further released from any claim whatsoever on account of first aid, treatment, or other emergency medical rendered to or on behalf of participants during participation in the Program. I consent to medical treatment for emergencies that occur during or are related to my/my family’s participation in the Program where I am unable to consent to such treatment. I agree that this provision, however, does not obligate the released party to provide or arrange for any medical treatment for myself or my family. Also,
I agree to bear the cost of such emergency treatment and to indemnify and hold the OKF harmless there from.
6. I acknowledge that the OKF does not provide medical care insurance coverage for participants in the Program, and that I am solely responsible for arranging and paying for any of such insurance coverage.
7. I acknowledge that the OKF is hereby released of any and all lawsuits, claims, or demands for damages due to personal injury, bodily injury, sickness, death, loss of property, property damage, or any other costs or expenses incurred during the course of, as the result of, or in any way connected with participation in the Program.
I HAVE CAREFULLY REVIEWED THIS AGREEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN MYSELF AND THE OKF AND/OR ITS AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS. I SIGN THIS DOCUMENT VOLUNTARILY, OF MY FREE WILL. IN DOING SO, I AM NOT RELYING ON ANY REPRESENTATIONS, STATEMENTS, OR INDUCEMENTS OTHER THAN THOSE WHOSE NAME APPEARS IN THE WRITING OF THIS LIABILITY RELEASE.
Name Address Signature
□
Date* Please check the box to indicate that you have reviewed and agree to the content above
* This release must be signed in order to participate in the OKF Invitation Program
[Appendix 5]
Consent Form For Collection and Use of Personal Information
In accordance with Article 15 to 22 of the PERSONAL INFORMATION PROTECTION ACT (Act no.
14839, Republic of Korea), I agree to the collection and use of my personal information in relation to
『2020 Invitation Program for Overseas Korean Adoptees』organized by the Overseas Koreans Foundation.
■ Collection and Use Agreement
List of collected
information The purpose of collection and use
The period for retaining personal
information Name, Date of birth,
Nationality, Contact information, Photo, Career experiences, Foreign language proficiency information,
etc.
- To verify identity of the participant
- To give notice(information) on the OKF’s programs - To develop/provide proper services to overseas Koreans
from different regions and backgrounds
- To utilize as sources for policymaking for overseas Koreans - To promote networking among overseas Korean adoptees
Semi-permanent
※ Applicants for “The 2020 Invitation Program for Overseas Korean Adoptees" are entitled to deny consent for the collection and use of personal information. However, the organizer may select those who agree only in order to carry out the program in an appropriate manner.
□
Agree□
Disagree■ Identification Number Collection Agreement List of collected
information
The Purpose of collection and use
The period for retaining personal information Passport number Identification of participants By 2 weeks after the program
※ Applicants for "The 2020 Invitation Program for Overseas Korean Adoptees" are entitled to deny consent for the collection and use of personal information. However, participation may be limited to those who agree.
□
Agree□
Disagree(Applicant)
Name: (signature) (Accompanying person) *if any
Name: (signature)
[Appendix 6]
Essay
Name Country of Residence
Contacts (Mobile/Phone) (Email) Topic/Title
