Journey for Liberty

Join us at “Journey for Liberty,” an inspiring and interactive event dedicated to raising awareness about the division of the Korean Peninsula, the ongoing human rights crisis in North Korea, and hope for unification. This unique opportunity will allow you to hear directly from North Korean refugee authors and participate in a range of immersive activities.

Event sponsors: “Journey of Liberty” is hosted by the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Unification and Morvian & Co in collaboration with Freedom Speakers International (FSI).

**Event Location**  

– Palmer St., at the intersection of Palmer and Brattle Streets, right outside the Harvard Coop in Harvard Square

**Event Date and Time**  

– Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM  

– Special “Voices from North Korea” Talk Concert: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

**Event Highlights**  

 * Voices from North Korea *: Attend a special talk concert featuring North Korean defector authors as they share their powerful stories of resilience and hope. Hear firsthand testimonials from individuals who have lived under the North Korean regime, offering personal insights into the harsh realities of life in North Korea.

Songmi Han, co-author with Casey Lartigue of the book Greenlight to Freedom: A North Korean Daughter’s Search for Her Mother and Herself

Yeongnam Eom, author of Strongest Soldier of North Korea  

– *Book Signing*: Get your books signed by the authors and participate in a lucky draw for exciting prizes. Mr. Lartigue and Seth Leighton will join Songmi and Yeongnam during the Talk Concert and Book Signing. 

– *Interactive Exhibitions and Experiences*  

   – Unification AI Art Exhibition: Explore the future of a unified Korea through innovative, AI-driven interactive art.  

   – North Korean Defection Simulation Game: Step into the shoes of North Korean escapees and experience the perilous journey they face to gain freedom.  

   – Prize Draws: Take part in engaging activities throughout the day for a chance to win exclusive prizes.