3 Global Korea Program and competition with the opportunity to travel to Korea April 2025

For April 2025, there are 3 global Korean programs and competition opportunities that are open for Registration, anyone around the world can apply for and participate in them. These programs promise a trip to Korea for the top participants (Invitation to Korea for final winners) and monetary gifts.

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1. KOREAnet Honorary Reporter

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is recruiting the 2025 class of Korea.net Honorary Reporters to globally promote Korea. Grab this opportunity to grow closer to Korean culture and share your experiences with the world.

 
Eligibility:
■ Foreign nationals who love Korea regardless of country of residence
■ Honorary Reporters: able to write articles in one of 10 languages: English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, French, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, German and Indonesian
■ Those active on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook and Instagram
 
Activity period and tasks:
■ April 30 until start of next recruitment
■ Introduce Korean culture and Korean-related issues in diverse fields via articles
■ Participate in on- or offline programs of Korean public agencies or cooperate with organizations, cover and produce articles about them
■ Join programs like assigned missions, workshops and opportunities in collaboration with professional media
※ Successful applicants will receive more information.
 
Benefits:
■ Small honorarium for outstanding performers (requires Paypal account)
■ Opportunity to join programs on Korean culture
■ Access to article writing workshops and networking events
■ Certificates of appointment and completion from Korean government
 
Recruitment period:
■ March 28-April 13 (Korea Standard Time)
■ Announcement of results sent via email on April 18 (reply deadline of April 20)
 
How to apply:
■ Click the link below:
https://honoraryreporters.korea.net/studio/index.do
 
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2. Kinfluencer Academy program

Kinfluencer Academy is a global opportunity tor those who love Korean culture! The 2025 K-influencer Academy is officially launching, and YOU can be a part of it!

• What is the K-influencer Academy?
  It’s a vibrant community where K-culture fans from all over the world create content together!
  As a K-influencer, you’ll craft creative video content about Korea on YouTube and help spread the charm of Korea around the world.
• Recruitment Period
  March 27 (Thursday) – April 9 (Wednesday), 2025
  (KST) Extentended until April 10
• Final Selection Announcement
  Expected on April 16, 2025 (KST)
  
• Exciting Benefits for Participants
• Invitation to Korea for final winners
  (* Free 10-day tour for 5 people. Support will be provided for only one representative per group channel.)
• Funding support for content creation
• Professional consulting to help grow your channel and brand
  Now’s your chance to join us and promote Korean culture as a K-influencer,
  share the beauty of Korea through your content,

Click the link and fill the google document

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe69I8RZXZH0hBVrOvmqIrQEoT2LDgIcXqig0tXrRcN5J5aug/viewform?usp=send_form

3. Korean Language Speaking Contest by Korean Times

The Korea Times will hold its second Korean Language Speaking Contest this year.

This event aims to recognize and reward non-Korean nationals who have a deep interest in Korean language and culture, encouraging them to continue exploring and engaging with the country.

The Korea Times is committed to expanding the global presence of Korean language and culture, as well as Korea’s influence on the international stage.

For more information https://klsc.koreatimes.co.kr/KoreanSpeakingContest_2025eng.html

How to apply

• Create and upload a video in Korean in either long form (2-3 minutes) or short form (under 1 minute) on YouTube. 
  * Add the hashtag #howdykorea in the video title, make the video public.
• Complete and submit the online application form via the button.
• https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7fkV52XPafNKJU5jhrYdbevBpthRp8Mj9APUzmDXE9VPSWw/viewform

Topic for contest

• Long-Form Category (2-3 minutes)
  1. Introduce your favorite K-pop idol, drama, movie, actor or webtoon.
  2. Share a funny or surprising story from your experience living in Korea or learning Korean.
  3. Compare the similarities and differences between Korean culture and your home country’s culture.
• Short-Form Category (Under 1 minute)
  1. Compare Korean culture, food or language with that of yours.
  2. Imitate the voice or speech style of a character from a Korean drama or movie while introducing yourself.
  3. Share an interesting aspect of Korea or a unique characteristic of Koreans.

Eligible

• Foreign nationals
• Overseas Koreans who are not native Korean speakers

Submission and announcement

• Submission period: March 10, Monday — April 27, Sunday
• Announcement of winners: May 14, Wednesday
• Awards ceremony: May 29, Thursday (tentative)
• How to check winners: Winners will be announced in The Korea Times (print & online) and on the Howdy Korea YouTube channel.
• Awards ceremony participation: Winners residing overseas can participate online.

Good luck with your application.