History of yKAN

yKAN:
The young Korean American Network (yKAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization of 1.5 and 2nd generation Korean-Americans in the New York City  area. The organization consists primarily of young professionals from various job industries, as well as academic fields. All members are volunteers who volunteer their time in order to help promote and advance the Korean-American presence in American society.

History:
The young Korean American Network started in 1989, however was official inaugurated in August 30, 1990 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization. Their first president, Michael Han, was a founding member who sought to create the organization as a response to the lack of a networking hub for the Korean-American community in New York.

Since its inauguration, the organization has grown in the past two decades in number with over 5,000 members receiving the organizations newsletters and announcements.

Mission:

"...is to elevate Korean-American professionals by fostering educational programs, community service, and networking opportunities. Through these activities yKAN addresses the issues of our community and provides a forum for those who share common experiences and face similar challenges."

Objectives:

• Create a professional network to facilitate the even exchange of ideas and common goals among all Korean American professionals
• Foster a professional Korean-American presence in our community by sponsoring educational programs and opportunities
• Promote social awareness and activism through community service
• Foster mutual understanding between Korean-Americans and other ethnic groups
• Promote greater opportunities for the current and future generations of all Korean Americans

The Old yKAN Website:

Front Page

Main Page

yKAN Supporters:

yKAN wishes to thank the following individuals and organizations for their continuous & generous support

Sponsors:

• Board of Directors (yKAN) 1998-2002
• Korean American Youth Foundation 1996 - 2002
• Pyung Tong 1998

Guardians:

• Korean General Counsulate of NY 1995-1999
• Board of Directors (yKAN) 1997

Supporters:

• The Korea Society 1999
• Board of Directors (yKAN) 1994-1996
• Choi, Robert 1997-1998
• Kim, Dong Bin 1999
• Lee, James Michael 1996-1999

Friends:

• Dr. Kim, Yung Duk /Hyundai America 1997
• Park, Terence 1999

Boosters:

• Choi, K.C. 1999