I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the annual Peaceful Unification Art Contest, dedicated to our shared hope for peaceful unification.

This contest is more than just an art competition—it offers a meaningful opportunity to glimpse the pure hearts of our children and their aspirations for unification through their artwork. For our second-generation youth, in particular, it serves as an important educational platform to learn about Korea’s current situation and its vision for unification. In this regard, the contest holds a special place in our Korean community.

This year, we saw an increase in student participation, and the quality and creativity of the submissions made it challenging to determine the winners. Each piece uniquely captured the theme of peaceful unification through fresh perspectives and heartfelt expression. The dedication and talent of the students were truly inspiring and reflected a hopeful vision for the future.

I would also like to express my deep appreciation to the judges who worked tirelessly for this event and to all the students who shared their remarkable artwork. Your creativity and passion are the foundation of hope for a unified Korea.

We look forward to seeing even more students participate in the future, reflecting on the significance of peace and unification while presenting increasingly innovative and meaningful works.