“75 percent of North Korean refugees in South Korea do not participate in any community activities.” (Hana Foundation, 2019)

Elim COMMUNITY

Elim Community is our way of reaching more North Korean refugees in South Korea through free community classes and retreats. The aim of our community events is to foster a safe and loving environment for North Korean refugees who often have little support.

NO COMMUNITY

Seventy-five percent of North Korean refugees in South Korea do not participate in any community activities (Hana Foundation, 2019).

That was before the pandemic.

We’re grateful for the Elim House residents whom we’ve helped over the past few years. But we’ve longed to reach more refugees before they reach this point of desperation.

Elim Community is a way to connect with more North Korean refugees to help them heal from their trauma and to create opportunities to share Christ’s love.

COMMUNITY CLASSES

Elim Community classes include conversational English, art and various forms of exercise that are free to North Korean refugees and their families.

These classes are much more than providing useful information -- we’re fostering a community where we've already witnessed people connect and open up about past traumas.

Elim Community is where we hope to see healing and restoration.

RETREATS

Retreats are a great way for refugees in our network to get out of the city and find rest.

There, our aim is to create the space and opportunity to connect to one another and to hear from God.

We've witnessed the restoring love of God bring people together to provide comfort and healing at our retreats and look forward to seeing God move again and again.

FAQS about Elim House and Elim Community

What happens to Elim House?

Elim House will continue to operate and care for North Korean women in need as long as God allows us.

Will Elim Community expand to China?

As Elim Community is still in its early stages, we will focus our community building efforts to South Korea.

Will you hire more staff for Elim Community?

Our Elim House team has capacity to manage both Elim House and Elim Community for the time being. They will work with a combination of paid instructors and volunteers for classes.

Are there volunteer opportunities?

Yes! Please click here to see all of our volunteer opportunities.