Our Monthly Book Club comes together on the second Friday of each month for an engaging conversation among SIWA book lovers. Our enthusiastic readers reflect on the protagonist’s journey, while they share the impact it might have on their own life and view on the world. These Book Club meetups might be quiet and intimate, […]

The monthly SIWA & Taiwha Cultural Discovery Initiative, in partnership with Taiwha Fountain House, aims to aid individuals in their journey towards better mental health, fostering strength and empowerment for successful reintegration into society.  SIWA volunteers play a crucial role in facilitating enjoyable learning experiences and boosting participants’ confidence through unique cultural exchange and interaction. […]

If you are a foreigner, living in South Korea, for sure it has its peculiarities and perks. You might be allured into Korean culture by the catchy K-pop songs and romantic or action-filled K-dramas and movies. Or you just simply fell in love with the tasty food, the unique traditions and history, the buzzing life […]

Sometimes you just need a SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) to shake up your morning routine. If you want to become a regular or pop in occasionally, just mark every 3rd Thursday (Sept CoMo exceptionally on the 4th Thu due to Chuseok holidays) of each month in your calendar, when we meet for our monthly morning […]

Located in Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seokpajeong was the private hanok villa of Heungseon Daewongun, the father of King Gojong, during the late Joseon Dynasty. This cultural heritage site is renowned for its traditional Korean architecture and beautifully designed gardens. Now operated by the Seoul Museum, Seokpajeong offers visitors a unique experience that combines the exploration of […]

Our volunteering opportunity brings you to the kitchen of Anna’s House where supporters and volunteers prepare and serve 500+ warm meals daily to homeless people and adolescent runaways.  Anna’s House was established in 1992 by Father Vincenzo Bordo, an Italian priest who dedicates his time and life to serving those in need. At Anna’s House […]