< What is Voluntourism? >

Voluntourism combines "Volunteer" and "Tourism." It is a socially responsible travel experience where participants can contribute to local communities through volunteer activities while also exploring local attractions and experiencing the region's culture.

< Program Overview >

○ Program: GKL Regional Coexistence Volunteer Travel Program

○ Date: September 12 (Sat) – September 13 (Sun), 2026 / 2 Days, 1 Night

○ Location: Namhae, Gyeongsangnam-do

○ Eligibility: International students from across Korea
(International students currently enrolled in universities or graduate schools in Korea)

○ Number of Participants: Approximately 20

○ Program Activities

Volunteer activities (plogging, helping local farms, etc.)

Visits to local attractions and cultural experiences

○ Participation Fee: Free

○ Hosted by: GKL Social Contribution Foundation

< Application >

○ Application Period: August 10 (Mon) – August 31 (Mon), 2026, 5:00 PM

※ Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on August 31 to be considered.

○ How to Apply: Submit the application form via Google Forms
https://forms.gle/2jyRME9NzWKYcycs6

○ Selection Criteria: Participants will be selected based on a comprehensive review of their motivation for applying, willingness to participate in voluntourism activities, and other relevant factors.

○ Announcement of Selected Participants: September 3 (Thu), 2026

※ Results will be announced on the GKL Social Contribution Foundation website, and selected participants will also be notified individually via text message.

○ Inquiries: Wordcat Co., Ltd.
(Operating Agency for the GKL Regional Coexistence Volunteer Travel Program)

< Program Schedule >