CANCELED – Parents & Tots Together: A Playful Gathering for Families
2025-04-19 11:00 - 14:00 (Asia/Seoul) | Peace Park, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Jeungsan-ro, 14, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Our monthly meet-up for SIWA families with little ones is more than just a playgroup. It’s a place where bonds are formed, memories are made, and the joys of parenthood are celebrated together. Whether you’re a new parent looking to connect with others or an experienced caregiver looking to share your experiences or gain new insights, this vibrant and growing community offers a welcoming and friendly space for families of all backgrounds.
Parenting brings both challenges and rewards. We aim to support each other by exchanging valuable information, such as childcare tips, kid-friendly restaurants and venues, and sharing details about schools and hospitals. Let’s share the remarkable journey of parenthood, nurturing and guiding our little ones together!
Children will enjoy free play time under the supervision of their parents and are encouraged to share snacks and toys with others.

Event date & time: 2025.04.19 (Saturday) 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Venue: Peace Park (평화의 공원), Seoul Energy Dream Center located within the Peace Park.
14, Jeungsan-ro Mapo-gu, Seoul | 서울특별시 마포구 증산로 14
There’s a large parking area in the park available for those arriving by car. You can use Naver Map and navigate e.g. towards 평화의공원주차장C“
Meeting location: We will meet in front of Seoul Energy Dream Center located within World Cup Park.
Naver map link of the meeting spot: naver.me/IxspNlt0
Event host: Sato Mitoma (Parents & Tots Coordinator) phone: 010-9422 4873

Number of participants: 10 families – SIWA members, their families and their guests only
Ticket price: Free / Pre-registration is required
Important notice: Please bring your own food, drinks and picnic blanket. We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle.
City park etiquette: Maintain cleanliness – please bring a trash bag and dispose of all rubbish appropriately after the event.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-04-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Cafe Promise, 강남구 봉은사로 113 지상1층, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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 in the cities and the serene landscapes of the mountains and seaside.
Well no matter what brings you here, probably you have quickly noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge can be useful to get around in everyday life. Yet to acquire a foreign language is a hard skill to master, let that be Korean with its own alphabet, writing system and 7 verb paradigms and speech levels.
But no better way to take on that challenge than among friends, a supportive community and an attentive native instructor.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings. We offer sessions every fourth Wednesday of the month which you can attend as your busy life allows.
We promise to keep it simple and fun with focus on daily topics that you can use to make your life easier in South Korea.

Level: any level
Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.
Event date & time: 2025.4.23. 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Event host: Michelle Seungjoo Han (SIWA Member & Coordinator)
Venue: Cafe Promise, Bonguensa-ro, Gangnam-gu // 카페프라미스, 서울 강남구 봉은사로 113, 지상1층
Naver map: naver.me/5HSEpf42
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to the SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

April Coffee Morning: Earth Day Celebration — A Crash Course on Climate Action & My Journey in Impact
2025-04-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Heyground Seoul Forest branch, Wangsimni-ro, 115, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Sometimes you just need a SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) to shake up your morning routine. Our April Coffee Morning is a special one in honor of Earth Day — an annual event celebrated globally since 1970 to support environmental protection. We will have a special guest speaker from SFOC (Solutions for Our Climate) talking about climate action and making an impact.
Our Guest Speaker:
Emma Nijssen grew up in California and pursued her studies in Seoul and Geneva, experiences that shaped her global perspective. She has called Korea home for the past six years. Her career in international development has taken her through organizations such as the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), where she gained deep insights into climate finance and international cooperation.
This year, Emma joined the International Communications team at SFOC, driven by a mission to spread awareness about climate change—its causes, its far-reaching impacts, and the actions we can take. She firmly believes that indifference to climate change often stems from a lack of understanding, something that remains all too common.
She is always happy to discuss, exchange ideas, or answer any questions!

Event date & time: 2025.04.24, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Heyground Seoul Forest Branch, 10th Floor (Round 28) / 헤이그라운드 서울숲점
Wangsimni-ro 115, Seongdong-gu, Seoul / 서울 성동구 왕십리로 115, 10층
Event host: Sunghwa Han (sunghwa@siwakorea.com)
Guest Speaker: Emma Nijssen (International Communications, SFOC)
Number of Participants: 20
SIWA Coffee Mornings are open for both members and non-members.
Ticket price: free
By attending this event, you consent to the use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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 they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.4.25. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Vonzrr Seongsu, 13 Gwangnaru-ro 4ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
If you are a foreigner living in South Korea, for sure it has its peculiarities and perks. You may have noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge will be useful to get around in everyday life.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings! Any levels from beginner to advanced can attend. Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean speakers. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.

Level: any level
Event date & time: 2025.4.25, 6 pm – 8 pm
Event host: Veronika Kim
Venue: Vonzrr Seongsu, 13 Gwangnaru-ro 4ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul // 본지르르 성수, 서울 성동구 광나루로4가길 13
8-minute walk from Seongsu stn. exit 1.
Naver map: naver.me/xdpFyokt
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to the SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA & Taiwha Cultural Discovery Volunteering Opportunity
2025-04-29 10:00 - 11:30
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. During the one-hour program, volunteers introduce and share diverse cultures from around the world with members of Taiwha Fountain House, all conducted in English.
Taiwha Fountain House provides a supportive community-based mental health rehabilitation program under the global Clubhouse International model. Clubhouse International oversees 320 local Clubhouses in more than 30 countries, offering individuals in recovery opportunities for friendship, employment, housing, education, and access to medical services within a nurturing and familial environment.
If you wish to volunteer for this enriching opportunity and share your cultural heritage, please contact Abir Abdelli, the event coordinator, by April 22.
Event date & time: 2025.4.29, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Volunteer Coordinator: Abir Abdelli, siwa.abir@gmail.com
Venue: It is a 10-minute walk from Gongdeok station. (Abir will share detailed location information once the volunteers are confirmed.)
Nr of participants: 1

Additional Information: For SIWA members and their guests only
Note: Volunteer hours can be logged through the official VMS platform (Volunteer Management System), enabling volunteers to receive certified documentation for their service.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-05-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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 they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.5.2. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Coming Together: Connecting Hearts, Empowering Youth, Building Community
2025-05-04 12:00 - 15:30 | Seoul Foreign School, 39 Yeonhui-ro 22-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Let’s Come Together to Celebrate Children’s Day!SIWA’s Coming Together initiative is all about joy, connection, and shared purpose. Rooted in collaboration and community spirit, we bring together volunteers and underserved youth to build trust, spark self-confidence, and create lasting memories through fun, meaningful experiences.
In partnership with Open Arms Korea (OA), we continue our mission to nurture and uplift children living in welfare homes. On Sunday, May 4th, we’ll be celebrating Children’s Day with 46 amazing kids (ages 4–15) from Chung Woon Welfare Home (CWWC)—and we need your help to make it truly special.
Come spend an unforgettable afternoon filled with baking, a fun and kid-friendly eco chat, CrossFit, dance, and so much more! Whether you’re guiding an activity, sharing a smile, or simply being present, your time will make a difference.
We can’t do it without you—let’s create joy, build community, and bring inclusion to life, together.

Event date & time: 2025.05.04. (12:00 – 15:30)
Event host: Sunghwa Han, sunghwa@siwakorea.com
Venue: Seoul Foreign School, 39 Yeonhui-ro 22-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Naver Map: naver.me/GCvz5T2t
Number of participants: 15 volunteers (SIWA members and their guests only)
By attending this event, you grant consent for your image to be used in photography for marketing and promotional purposes.

Book Club: "Blue Sisters" by Coco Mellors
2025-05-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Paul Bassett Hannam 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 용산구 한남대로 48, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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, while sometimes more passionate, heated, or full of laughter, yet they are always respectful towards each member and their opinion.
Join our groups and share your love for books and stories in a great community.

This month’s read is “Blue Sisters” by Coco Mellors (p.304)
If you want to plan ahead, next month’s book is “Nudge” by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein (p.271)

Event date & time: 2025.5.9. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Paul Bassett Hannam , 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 서울 용산구 한남대로 48
Naver map: naver.me/x3qL1MkV
Additional Information: BC events are exclusively for SIWA members.
Valet parking is available from 11:00 for those who come by car.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) – monthly morning mingle
2025-05-21 10:30 - 12:00
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 of each month in your calendar, when we meet for our monthly morning mingle over a cup of coffee or tea.
These casual Coffee Mornings (CoMo) are the perfect events for SIWA members and newcomers to come together, share a chat over a cup of coffee, hear about upcoming events, and get to know each other a bit better. Grab your coffee and come to our table where you’ll see familiar and new faces!

Event date & time: 2025.05.21 (Wednesday), 10:30 am -12:00 pm

Event host: Ije Hunt (coordinator) / Sejung Jang (sejung@siwakorea.com)
Venue / meeting spot: JBOUT Coffee / 서울 송파구 송파나루길 206, 2nd Floor (540m / 9-minute walk from Jamsil stn. exit 2)

Naver map: naver.me/Fr7YSmTk
Additional Information: There’s no fee for these events; you only pay for what you eat and drink. By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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 they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.5.23. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Vonzrr Seongsu, 13 Gwangnaru-ro 4ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
If you are a foreigner living in South Korea, for sure it has its peculiarities and perks. You may have noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge will be useful to get around in everyday life.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings! Any levels from beginner to advanced can attend. Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean speakers. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.
The Korean Speaking Evening Club meets on the fourth Friday of each month, so mark your calendar!

Level: any level
Event date & time: 2025.5.23, 6 pm – 8 pm
Event host: Veronika Kim
Venue: Vonzrr Seongsu, 13 Gwangnaru-ro 4ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul // 본지르르 성수, 서울 성동구 광나루로4가길 13
8-minute walk from Seongsu stn. exit 1.
Naver map: naver.me/xdpFyokt
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA & Taiwha Cultural Discovery Volunteering Opportunity
2025-05-27 10:00 - 11:30
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. During the one-hour program, volunteers introduce and share diverse cultures from around the world with members of Taiwha Fountain House, all conducted in English.
Taiwha Fountain House provides a supportive community-based mental health rehabilitation program under the global Clubhouse International model. Clubhouse International oversees 320 local Clubhouses in more than 30 countries, offering individuals in recovery opportunities for friendship, employment, housing, education, and access to medical services within a nurturing and familial environment.
If you wish to volunteer for this enriching opportunity and share your cultural heritage, please contact Abir Abdelli, the event coordinator, by May 20.
Event date & time: 2025.5.27, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Volunteer Coordinator: Abir Abdelli, siwa.abir@gmail.com
Venue: It is a 10-minute walk from Gongdeok station. (Abir will share detailed location information once the volunteers are confirmed.)
Nr of participants: 1

Additional Information: For SIWA members and their guests only

Note: Volunteer hours can be logged through the official VMS platform (Volunteer Management System), enabling volunteers to receive certified documentation for their service.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-05-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Cafe Promise, 강남구 봉은사로 113 지상1층, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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 in the cities and the serene landscapes of the mountains and seaside.
Well no matter what brings you here, probably you have quickly noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge can be useful to get around in everyday life. Yet to acquire a foreign language is a hard skill to master, let that be Korean with its own alphabet, writing system and 7 verb paradigms and speech levels.
But no better way to take on that challenge than among friends, a supportive community and an attentive native instructor.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings. We offer sessions every fourth Wednesday of the month which you can attend as your busy life allows.
We promise to keep it simple and fun with focus on daily topics that you can use to make your life easier in South Korea.

Level: any level
Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.
Event date & time: 2025.5.28. 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Event host: Michelle Seungjoo Han (SIWA Member & Coordinator)
Venue: Cafe Promise, Bonguensa-ro, Gangnam-gu // 카페프라미스, 서울 강남구 봉은사로 113, 지상1층
Naver map: naver.me/5HSEpf42
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to the SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Parents & Tots Together: A Playful Gathering for Families
2025-05-31 11:00 - 14:00 | Peace Park, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Jeungsan-ro, 14, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Our monthly meet-up for SIWA families with little ones is more than just a playgroup. It’s a place where bonds are formed, memories are made, and the joys of parenthood are celebrated together. Whether you’re a new parent looking to connect with others or an experienced caregiver looking to share your experiences or gain new insights, this vibrant and growing community offers a welcoming and friendly space for families of all backgrounds.
Parenting brings both challenges and rewards. We aim to support each other by exchanging valuable information, such as childcare tips, kid-friendly restaurants and venues, and sharing details about schools and hospitals. Let’s share the remarkable journey of parenthood, nurturing and guiding our little ones together!
Children will enjoy free play time under the supervision of their parents and are encouraged to share snacks and toys with others.

Event date & time: 2025.05.31 (Saturday) 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Venue: Peace Park (평화의 공원), Seoul Energy Dream Center located within the Peace Park.
14, Jeungsan-ro Mapo-gu, Seoul | 서울특별시 마포구 증산로 14
There’s a large parking area in the park available for those arriving by car. You can use Naver Map and navigate e.g. towards “평화의공원주차장C“
Meeting location: We will meet in front of Seoul Energy Dream Center located within World Cup Park.
Naver map link of the meeting spot: naver.me/IxspNlt0
Event host: Sato Mitoma (Parents & Tots Coordinator) phone: 010-9422 4873

Number of participants: 10 families – SIWA members, their families and their guests only
Ticket price: Free / Pre-registration is required
Important notice: Please bring your own food, drinks and picnic blanket. We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle.
City park etiquette: Maintain cleanliness – please bring a trash bag and dispose of all rubbish appropriately after the event.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Arts & Culture: Tour at The Heritage of Shinsegae Department Store
2025-06-04 10:45 - 12:30 | Shinsegae Dpt. Store Headquarters The Heritage, 42 Namdaemun-ro, Jung District, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
On April 9th, The Heritage opened at the main branch of Shinsegae Department Store, in the historic 1935 building of the former Joseon Savings Bank—now Seoul’s Tangible Cultural Property No. 71. Embracing Korean aesthetics and tradition, The Heritage introduces the House of Shinsegae Heritage, a brand dedicated to celebrating Korean craftsmanship and daily life through exhibitions, workshops, and a curated gift shop.
The fifth floor immerses visitors in Korea’s cultural and culinary legacy, blending tradition with modernity. The debut exhibition, “Embracing and Delivering,” showcases the artistry of bojagi, traditional wrapping cloths, reimagined by eight textile artist teams, including Kim Soo-yeon and Onnubi.
The Dessert Salon complements the experience with elegant Korean confections and teas, offering a refined taste rooted in ancestral wisdom and aesthetics.
We will start with a tour of the House of Shinsegae Heritage, and then go to the Dessert Salon where guests can enjoy tea.

Event date & time: 2025.6.4 / 10:45 am – 12:30 pm (you are welcome to stay longer if you wish)
Event host: Sejung Jang (sejung@siwakorea.com)
Address: 42 Namdaemun-ro, Jung District, Seoul / 신세계백화점 본점 더 헤리티지, 서울 중구 남대문로 42 (2-minute walk from Hoehyeon Stn, exit 7)
Meeting spot: By the entrance on the ground floor (in front of Chanel)
Naver map: naver.me/xCBny5lM
Nr. of participants: 15. The event is only open to SIWA members and their guests.
Ticket price: Free for SIWA members. Non-member guests/family members pay a fee of 20,000 won, with all proceeds directed to SIWA’s charitable work.

Bank details for non-members: 20,000 KRW per guest payable to KEB Hana Bank / 359-910024-03504. In the message field, please write the first name of the person who made the registration so we can match the payment.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-06-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.6.6. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Book Club: "Nudge" by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein
2025-06-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Paul Bassett Hannam 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 용산구 한남대로 48, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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, while sometimes more passionate, heated, or full of laughter, yet they are always respectful towards each member and their opinion.
Join our groups and share your love for books and stories in a great community.

This month’s read is “Nudge” by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein (p.271)
If you want to plan ahead, next month’s book is “All the Beauty in the World” by Patrick Bringley (p.239)

Event date & time: 2025.6.13. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Paul Bassett Hannam , 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 서울 용산구 한남대로 48
Naver map: naver.me/x3qL1MkV
Additional Information: BC events are exclusively for SIWA members.
Valet parking is available from 11:00 for those who come by car.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA & Taiwha Cultural Discovery Volunteering Opportunity
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:30
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. During the one-hour program, volunteers introduce and share diverse cultures from around the world with members of Taiwha Fountain House, all conducted in English.
Taiwha Fountain House provides a supportive community-based mental health rehabilitation program under the global Clubhouse International model. Clubhouse International oversees 320 local Clubhouses in more than 30 countries, offering individuals in recovery opportunities for friendship, employment, housing, education, and access to medical services within a nurturing and familial environment.
If you wish to volunteer for this enriching opportunity and share your cultural heritage, please contact Abir Abdelli, the event coordinator, by June 17.
Event date & time: 2025.6.24, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Volunteer Coordinator: Abir Abdelli, siwa.abir@gmail.com
Venue: It is a 10-minute walk from Gongdeok station. (Abir will share detailed location information once the volunteers are confirmed.)
Nr of participants: 1

Additional Information: For SIWA members and their guests only

Note: Volunteer hours can be logged through the official VMS platform (Volunteer Management System), enabling volunteers to receive certified documentation for their service.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-06-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Cafe Promise, 강남구 봉은사로 113 지상1층, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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 in the cities and the serene landscapes of the mountains and seaside.
Well no matter what brings you here, probably you have quickly noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge can be useful to get around in everyday life. Yet to acquire a foreign language is a hard skill to master, let that be Korean with its own alphabet, writing system and 7 verb paradigms and speech levels.
But no better way to take on that challenge than among friends, a supportive community and an attentive native instructor.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings. We offer sessions every fourth Wednesday of the month which you can attend as your busy life allows.
We promise to keep it simple and fun with focus on daily topics that you can use to make your life easier in South Korea.

Level: any level
Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.
Event date & time: 2025.6.25. 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Event host: Michelle Seungjoo Han (SIWA Member & Coordinator)
Venue: Cafe Promise, Bonguensa-ro, Gangnam-gu // 카페프라미스, 서울 강남구 봉은사로 113, 지상1층
Naver map: naver.me/5HSEpf42
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to the SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.
Additional information: This event is for SIWA members and their guests only!
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) – monthly morning mingle
2025-06-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Fairtrade Cafe, 142 Dongsung-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
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 of each month in your calendar, when we meet for our monthly morning mingle over a cup of coffee or tea.
These casual Coffee Mornings (CoMo) are the perfect events for SIWA members and newcomers to come together, share a chat over a cup of coffee, hear about upcoming events, and get to know each other a bit better. Grab your coffee and come to our table where you’ll see familiar and new faces!

Event date & time: 2025.06.26 (Thursday), 11:00 am -12:30 pm

Event host: Ije Hunt (coordinator) / Sejung Jang (sejung@siwakorea.com)
Venue / meeting spot: Fairtrade Café, 142 Dongsung-gil, Jongno District, Seoul // 페어트레이드 카페 앤 숍, 서울 종로구 동숭길 142 (1-minute walk from Hyehwa Stn. exit 1)

Naver map: naver.me/5f5ACRzs
Additional Information: There’s no fee for these events; you only pay for what you eat and drink. By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.6.27. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-07-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.7.4. 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Book Club: "All the Beauty in the World" by Patrick Bringley
2025-07-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Paul Bassett Hannam 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 용산구 한남대로 48, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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, while sometimes more passionate, heated, or full of laughter, yet they are always respectful towards each member and their opinion.
Join our groups and share your love for books and stories in a great community.

This month’s read is “All the Beauty in the World” by Patrick Bringley (p.239)
If you want to plan ahead, next month’s book is “Klara and the Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro (p.418)

Event date & time: 2025.7.11. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Paul Bassett Hannam , 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 서울 용산구 한남대로 48
Naver map: naver.me/x3qL1MkV
Additional Information: BC events are exclusively for SIWA members.
Valet parking is available from 11:00 for those who come by car.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.7.25, 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-08-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen.
Join us to give a helping hand every first or fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.8.01, 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Book Club: "Klara and the Sun" by Kazuo Ishiguro
2025-08-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Paul Bassett Hannam 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 용산구 한남대로 48, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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, while sometimes more passionate, heated, or full of laughter, yet they are always respectful towards each member and their opinion.
Join our groups and share your love for books and stories in a great community.

This month’s read is “Klara and the Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro (p.418)
If you want to plan ahead, next month’s book is “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelo (p.317)
“Born a Crime” by Trevor Noah (p.264)

Event date & time: 2025.8.8. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Paul Bassett Hannam , 폴바셋 한남 커피스테이션점, 서울 용산구 한남대로 48
Naver map: naver.me/x3qL1MkV
Additional Information: BC events are exclusively for SIWA members.
Valet parking is available from 11:00 for those who come by car.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) – monthly morning mingle
2025-08-13 10:30 - 12:00 | The House 1932, 7 Mallijae-ro 35-gil, Seoul, Korea, Republic of
Sometimes you just need a SIWA Coffee Morning (CoMo) to shake up your morning routine. You are welcome to attend every month, or just pop in occasionally to mingle over a cup of coffee or tea.
CoMo has a new schedule, and from August, it will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
These casual Coffee Mornings (CoMo) are the perfect events for SIWA members and newcomers to come together, share a chat over a cup of coffee, hear about upcoming events, and get to know each other a bit better. Grab your coffee and come to our table where you’ll see familiar and new faces!

Event date & time: 2025.08.13 (Wednesday), 10:30 am -12:00 pm

Event host: Ije Hunt (coordinator) / Sejung Jang (sejung@siwakorea.com)
Venue / meeting spot: The House 1932, 7 Mallijae-ro 35-gil, Jungnim-dong, Jung District, Seoul | 더하우스1932, 서울 중구 만리재로35길 7 (600m / 8-minute walk from Seoul stn. exit 15)

Naver map: naver.me/FtTEaz7q
Additional Information: There’s no fee for these events; you only pay for what you eat and drink. By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.

Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen in Anna's House
2025-08-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Anna’s House – 안나의 집 ( 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28), 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28, 서울, Korea, Republic 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, they are committed to working for underprivileged people living on the streets, let them be homeless adults, runaway street kids or abandoned elderly.
Anna’s House offers food, clothes, and medicine to solve daily physiological needs, while also providing legal and psychological counseling, work opportunity, long-term shelter and a safe space.
SIWA volunteers can help out with the cooking preparations in the Soup Kitchen. Please note that there is no designated coordinator for the event on the day, so feel free to take initiative, support where needed, and enjoy being an active part of the experience.
This volunteering opportunity takes place every first and fourth Friday of the month.

Event date & time: 2025.8.22, 13:00 – 15:00
Venue: Anna’s House – 28 Maji-ro, Jungwon-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (안나의 집 – 경기도 성남시 중원구 마지로 28)
Naver map: naver.me/5TvisKZY
Arrival instructions: When you arrive at Anna’s house, please go down to B1 and introduce yourself in the kitchen by saying you’re from SIWA. The team will know you’re a volunteer and will guide you from there.
By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.
Registration closes the day before the event date at 6 pm.

SIWA Korean Speaking Club
2025-08-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Cafe Promise, 강남구 봉은사로 113 지상1층, 서울, Korea, Republic of
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 in the cities and the serene landscapes of the mountains and seaside.
Well no matter what brings you here, probably you have quickly noticed that some level of Korean language knowledge can be useful to get around in everyday life. Yet to acquire a foreign language is a hard skill to master, let that be Korean with its own alphabet, writing system and 7 verb paradigms and speech levels.
But no better way to take on that challenge than among friends, a supportive community and an attentive native instructor.
If you are familiar with Hangul symbols and reading goes okay, but you feel you could boost your speaking skills, come and join our K-Speaking meetings. We offer sessions every fourth Wednesday of the month which you can attend as your busy life allows.
We promise to keep it simple and fun with focus on daily topics that you can use to make your life easier in South Korea.

Level: any level
Participants will be grouped according to their level with native Korean. The aim is to have small groups with max 4-5 persons.
Event date & time: 2025.8.27. 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Event host: Michelle Seungjoo Han (SIWA Member & Coordinator)
Venue: Cafe Promise, Bonguensa-ro, Gangnam-gu // 카페프라미스, 서울 강남구 봉은사로 113, 지상1층
Naver map: naver.me/5HSEpf42
Nr of participants: 15
Ticket price for SIWA members: Free for SIWA members
Ticket price for NON-SIWA members: First trial session is free. Following sessions are 10,000 KRW/session. Cash-only event.
The payment of non-members goes to the SIWA social impact projects supporting local charities.

By attending this event, you consent to use of photography from the event in marketing and promotional materials.
