Support for FSI, who empowers NK refugees

When I think of the word empowerment, I think of Freedom Speakers International (FSI) and the North Korean refugees. I believe giving a voice to the voiceless is one of the ways empowerment is defined. FSI is noted for empowering NK refugees to speak publically and boldly about the hardships that came naturally to them when living in fear, poverty and oppression under the tyranny of the North Korean regime. The stories the refugees are telling are both amazing, compelling and heartbreaking to hear.

Educational opportunities and English public speech contests are just a few of the ways FSI has helped the refugees, grow in confidence, and share their stories.

What better way for me to celebrate my 83rd birthday than to invite support as a birthday gift to FSI, the incredible NGO I love and whole-heartedly believe in.

Please make my mission to contibute to an organization dedicated to freedom your mission as well. To learn more about FSI, please click on its website:
www.fsi21.org

Freedom Speakers International (FSI) is making plans to return to Harvard University in April 2025.

On April 12, 2024, FSI held its 19th "I am from North Korea" English Speech Contest at Harvard University. Seven North Korean refugees gave original speeches in English telling their stories before more than 100 Harvard University students.

In 2025, we plan to make the contest even more dynamic, and you can help make it happen.   

With the support of donors, we have empowered numerous North Korean refugees to achieve their goals in life.

Tuition-free mentorship for public speaking in English is at the core of our operations. 

Continued and increased support for our flagship events and core programs will help us:

Increase the impact of our biannual “I am from North Korea” Speech Contest by transforming it into an international event.

Add more speakers to our North Korean Refugee Keynote Speakers Network, reaching a goal of 50 publicly listed speakers.

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About our Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Patrons: Donation/fundraising of $5,000 or more. Your name/organizational logo can be included on a sponsor banner and also on the main banner for the contest, all marketing materials, FSI Website, and post on social media. Platinum Patrons will be mentioned during the speech contest and Q&A session.

Gold Sponsors: Donation/fundraising of $2,000 – $4,999. Your name/organizational logo will be included on the sponsor or main banner (they will be accepted on the main banner until we run out of space), all marketing materials, FSI Website, and post on social media. Gold sponsors will be mentioned during the Q&A session or the speech contest.

Silver Supporters: Donation/fundraising of $1,000 – $1,999. Your name/organizational logo will be included in all materials, FSI Website, and post on social media.

Bronze Benefactors: Donation/fundraising of $500 – $999. Your name/organizational logo will be included on our website and selected materials related to the speech contest.

Sapphire Supporters: Donation/fundraising of $200 – $499. Your name/organizational logo will be included on our website and one document related to the speech contest.

Copper Contributors: Donation/fundraising $100 – $199. Your name/organizational logo will be included on our website.

Please let us know if you would like to donate anonymously, use a different name, or donate in honor of someone else.

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Here are some of our recent activities at Harvard University and in Harvard Square during 2024.

• ​​​​March 2, 2024, Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) Alumni of Color Conference (AOCC), 3:30-4:30 pm
• March 27, Harvard Club of Broward County
• March 28, Harvard Club of Naples
• April 13, Freedom Speakers International 19th "I am from North Korea" English Speech Contest (19th edition)
• September 26, "Cheers and Chatter" reception at the Harvard Graduate School of Education
• September 28, 2024, "Voices from North Korea" Talk Concert during the Ministry of Unification's "Escape for Liberty."

If you prefer not to be associated with Harvard University, that's perfectly fine! Feel free to contact me, and we can collaborate to expand FSI's by activating your preferred network.