Background

Chairperson's Remarks

KCK Chairperson

Wyckliffe Francis

Karibuni! Welcome!
The journey to the growth of KCK has been exciting, albeit with challenges along the way. However, we are here today, thanks to the support and tireless efforts of community members, leaders, and dedicated volunteers, the Kenyan Embassy in Korea, and other stakeholders and support groups. On behalf of KCK, I wish to congratulate everyone who has played a key role in the milestones achieved by KCK.
As we dip our collective toes into the waters of community-building, let us stay steadfast, diligent, and focused so we can build a dynamic, resilient, forward-looking organization that will be responsive to the needs of our members here in Korea and Kenya.
Chairperson,
Wyckliffe Francis.

Our Story

Kenyan Community in Korea was founded in March 2007 in Gwanju City. Since then the community has grown into an organized association aiming at becoming the voice of Kenyans in Korea. The community consists of Kenyans from different walks of life such as; students, business personnels, family dependants, economic immigrants, and religious persons.
Through its strongwilled leadership and comprehensive constitution, KCK is determined to promote and foster unity among all Kenyans residing in Korea without discrimination as well as acting as a support group for all members.
Although non-political, KCK is the official organization representing the interests of all people of Kenyan heritage living in Korea. KCK seeks to represent the Kenyan unique spirit and diversity with one national voice.

Years of Diplomatic Relations

Kenya and Korea established relations on the 7th of February, 1964. Korea has maintained an Embassy in Nairobi since then.

Relations between the countries have been cordial and have grown stronger over the years, and in July 2007, Kenya opened it's Embassy in Seoul.

Values

Vision

We are committed to building a community that generates unwavering pride in our culture, talents, history and achievements. KCK has a vision to create a socially knit and economically empowered group that all Kenyans can identify with. We envision a community, that is strong, inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable that provides support services and resources to enhance the well-being of Kenyans in Korea.

Mission

To provide manifold opportunities for personal and professional networking that will enhance the living standards of Kenyans in Korea through social, cultural, and educational programs, and through other diaspora initiatives.

Purpose

KCK is organized exclusively to provide a source for networking to the Kenyan community in general and its members in particular. The organization may undertake to publicize events and activities organized by its membership. The organization will recognize the government of the day and abide to the rule of law and will not align itself to any political, religious or lobby groups at home or abroad.