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I was fortunate enough learn about this organization LiNK this summer. The crisis in North Korea is gut wrenching. Tragedy, and the maltreatment of humanity happen everywhere, in every crevice and corner of every society and culture around the world. So why does this one resonate within my soul? I'm not sure. I feel like I have always been fairly aware of the social justice issues around the world, but was blind to this one in particular. Basically, North Koreans are starving and being held in "political prisoner" camps all over the country. Because there is such a large famine, North Koreans are fleeing the country. They are mainly escaping into China. The problem? Unlike most other countries around the world, China is not recognizing these North Koreans as political refugees (which the U.N. has declared they are). If North Koreans are discovered, and are sent back, they are sentenced to death for defecting, or put in labor camps (which is death). Chinese citizens are given a reward if they report North Koreans. There is a documentary being screened across the country by this organization, and if you get a change to see it....I highly encourage you to. It is called Seoul Train. Here is video for their new campaign:

"All of Us" TheHundred Holiday Campaign from LiNK Global on Vimeo.