SEATTLE, Aug. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- August 15 is
Gwangbokjeol (광복절) or National Liberation Day of
Korea. On this occasion, UCI issued the following statement
regarding Chairman Dr. Hyun Jin Preston
Moon's vision for the Korean Peninsula and reflections of
the unfulfilled aspirations from 1945:
Dr. Hyun Jin Preston Moon is the
author of the award-winning book "Korean Dream: A Vision for a
Unified Korea" and leads a grassroots movement to reunify
Korea. August 15 is a reminder of the
unfulfilled dream of the Korean people. In 1945, with the end of
World War II, the Korean people emerged from the nightmare of
colonial rule with a burning desire for an independent and united
homeland unique to their history and heritage. This was their
heartfelt dream, but tragically it has yet to be realized. Dr. Moon
is calling on all Koreans to take responsibility for their own
destiny and come together in common cause toward a shared future
that realizes the aspiration of a unified Korea that benefits all
its citizens and the entire world.
"It is a moral imperative that we work, in whatever capacity we
are able, to realize unification that embodies the aspirations of
the 1919 independence movement and the hope of 1945, thus bringing
closure to a division lingering from the last century," said Dr.
Moon.
For over four generations, Dr. Moon's family has been actively
involved in Korean independence and unification efforts. He asks
that the ideals and aspirations of the champions of independence
not be forgotten. Dr. Moon believes reunification is the only
viable solution to address a host of economic, political, social
and human rights issues facing both North and South Korea and in turn, positively impact
global security and development.
Korean Dream empowers the Korean people to rediscover
their 5,000-year-old heritage and destiny and lead the
reunification effort. Koreans in the South, the North and the
diaspora must recognize and embrace their shared history, heritage
and culture that informs a common aspiration to build a nation
rooted in the ancient ethos of Hongik Ingan, or "living for the
benefit of all humanity."
"A common bond has to be forged out of something more
fundamental than the political and ideological quarrels that marked
the Korean division of the past sixty-five years," said Dr. Moon.
"There has to be a Third Way that can rise above the conflicting
systems of right and left by identifying the fundamental
aspirations, principles, and valued rooted in our common past and
that should define our future."
The dreams of the Korean people were thwarted by colonialism and
the ideological divide during the Cold War. Today, the Korean
people have an opportunity to write the next chapter of their
history. Dr. Moon sees the fulfillment of the Korean Dream as a
historic milestone that can symbolize an end to the many legacies
that plagued the twentieth century.
Dr. Moon's hope is that the story of the Korean people can
become an inspiration to people everywhere.
In a recent East Africa / Great
Lakes Region Global Peace Leadership Conference held August 1-2, 2018 in Kampala, Uganda, Dr. Moon drew parallels
between his homeland and the stories of many African nations that
were present at the conference. As he seeks to build a Korean-led
movement in his homeland, he called upon the local African people
to lead in building models of peace and prosperity drawing on the
wisdom, heritage and traditional values of the African village and
extended family. He asked that Africa stand in solidarity with the cause of
the Korean people.
About Dr. Hyun Jin Preston Moon
Dr. Hyun Jin Preston Moon is a spiritual leader, peace
advocate, and social entrepreneur. Born in Korea to a family active
for Korean independence and unification over four generations, his
background gives him a unique perspective on Korea's future and its
global significance for peace and development. Currently he is the
Chairman of UCI, a District of Columbia non-profit
corporation governed by a self-perpetuating, independent board. He
is also the founder and chairman of the Global Peace Foundation
(GPF), established in 2009 and currently active in over 20
countries. Dr. Moon also founded the Family Peace Association
(FPA). FPA engages individuals, families and organizations in
building God-centered families as the foundation of a peaceful
world. Dr. Moon also leads Action for Korea United, a grassroots
organization with a fresh approach to building awareness of the
importance of unification, particularly among the youth. In various
capacities, he works across lines of identity including culture,
ethnicity, nationality and religion to foster the moral, innovative
leadership necessary to resolve the most pressing issues in our
world today. Dr. Moon is a recognized and knowledgeable thought
leader on Korean reunification and author of the award-winning
book, "Korean Dream: A Vision for a Unified Korea." To learn more
about Dr. Preston Moon's background, work, and current
initiatives, visit hyunjinmoon.com.
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