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The following organisations are made up of members or people with shared or special interests.

Amnesty G48 is the only one of the many Amnesty International Korea chapter that communicates in English. The group coordinates events to keep members active in human rights events, online actions, and other campaigns run through Amnesty International Korea and related human rights groups. They hold a regular meeting on the first Saturday of each month at the Seoul Women's Plaza from 4-6 to discuss, organize, and plan upcoming events. Info: amnestyseoul@gmail.com

Europe-Korea Foundation is the charity arm of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in Korea (EUCCK).EKF raises money for Korean Charities through activities such as CinéCafé (thrice monthly screenings of Korean movies with English subtitles) and Wine and Women Korea. For more information go to www.ekf.or.kr.

International Artists Community came into being in November 2009. Based in Seoul, the group’s aims include being open to all artists, putting on exhibitions and events that are innovative and inspirational, and providing opportunities for artists to interact together at all stages in the artistic process. The artists of the IAC are from a number of different countries: Korea; Philippines; Brunei; South Africa;  Lebanon; Chile; UK; USA; Canada; Dominican Republic, Japan; Ireland; New Zealand; Australia and Nigeria. Contact: beaumrich@hotmail.com

International Spouses of Koreans Association (ISKA) is a network of  foreign women (mainly) and men with Korean spouses. Members are from over 30 countries. Contact:  contact.iska@gmail.com. Website: www.iskaonline.com  

KH Toastmasters is a public speaking and social networking group operating for both Koreans and Foreigners here in Seoul, KR. Join us to practice your public speaking, improve your English, or just to meet other interesting professional people here in Korea. We meet every Tuesday, between 8pm-10pm in Hyehwa-dong (Hyehwa Station, Line 4, #420 - exit #4). There are meetings all over Korea, some of which are in English. To find one in your location, visit the Korea Toastmaster website and click on 'Find a Club'.

KISS - Korea Intl Salsa Social is a latin & salsa group designed specifically for the needs of the expat community in  Korea. Information is available in English and the group helps English and Spanish speakers connect to the thriving Korean lating scene.
Dance lessons: Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Reggeton etc. lessons from a multi-lingual expat. Thursdays 8:30PM-10PM. W15,000/class. Near Anguk Metro Station (line 3, stop 318, exit 3). Info: 010-4515-094.

KOEM - The Korea Marine Environment Management Corporation is dedicated to managing and improving the marine environment in South Korea through efficient prevention of pollution caused by spilled oil and other pollutants as well as educational activities. They are looking for both Korean and foreign residents to volunteer with them. Each year, the KOEM organises a number of events to mark World Wetlands Day on 2 February. For more information or to volunteer, contact teamo5112@yahoo.co.kr

Korea Contact Bridge League provides a chance to play bridge with both Korean and non-Korean players. For more information visit their English website: www.kcbl.org/bbs/clubs-e.php or contact yuliyashin@yahoo.comcontact.iska@gmail.com.

Korean Mountain Preservation League is committed to work as a non-governmental, non-profit organization to help preserve Korea’s highlands. Through campaigns, collaboration with other NGOs, and education and practice of the minimal impact code, it is our goal to ensure the natural integrity of Korea’s mountains, their ecology, their cultural heritage, and their remarkable splendour. If you have any inquiries, comments, complaints, suggestions, or wish to receive more information on how you can join the KMPL, volunteer, or help the group in any other way, please contact volunteer@kmpl.org.

Lotus Lantern International refers to the International Buddhist Center. It is open to all and promotes Korean Buddhism and culture. For information in English call 02- 735-5347.

Mostly Over 40 meets informally for lunch one Sunday a month and is made up of people who are mostly over 40. For more information contact: mostlyover40@yahoogroups.com

Music/Theatre Non-profit Groups   (click for details regarding each of the below groups)
Seoul:
Actors Without Bard'ers
Camarata Music Company
Cut Glass Theater
Probationary Theatre Company 
Seoul City Improv
Seoul Players
The Workshop Division
Varioso I - International Women's Choir
Daegu:
Daegu Theater Troupe

Seoul Art Collective was founded to provide an open forum for artists of all nationalities living in and around Seoul. The Collective organises a number of exhibitions in various areas of the city. Contact (in 2009) is travisleestreet@live.com. For more information, click here.

Seoul Cigar Aficionado Society (SCAS) welcomes all ladies and gentlemen that enjoy the friendship and camaraderie of fellow cigar lovers and those that would like to learn more about the Korean cigar culture. The society holds monthly cigar smokers at various locations throughout Seoul and welcomes interested parties. Visit the SCAS blog to learn more about what they do: Info: seoulcigaraficionadosociety@gmail.com

Seoul Gentlemen Spoofers is open to everyone who enjoys ‘spoofing’. For more information contact Les Edwards at: lesedwards@leeddb.com

Seoul International Hiking Club is made up of Expats and Koreans who enjoy hiking. Levels of difficulty vary depending on the location of the hike. The group organises a hike every Saturday throughout the year with occasional weekend trips. For more information, contact sihclub@gmail.com.
Communication is in English.

Seoul Moms & Kids Group is a community for foreign moms and their kids in Seoul. The group tries to have meetings every week at somebody's home (moms take turns hosting). The children's ages varies from 5 months to 5 years. Its major objectives are to:

K4E Note: For more details, you can also click on the Activities tab and go to Culture and Entertainment. If you know of other groups that should be on this list, please send us information at info@korea4expats.com.

Photo by Dean Poulson