Mission
The Korean Resource Center (KRC) empowers immigrant and Korean American communities in Southern California to fully exercise their civic rights.
We cultivate leadership, strengthen political power, and drive social justice through services, education, and advocacy, amplifying our community’s voice for positive change and a more equitable future.
History
In 1983, the Korean Resource Center (KRC) was established by Yoon Han Bong and a collective of community leaders. They believed in helping people understand their roots and history so they can take pride in their identity and grow into confident members of society.
Yoon Han Bong was a democracy and labor activist and the “last fugitive” of the 5.18 Gwangju People’s Uprising. He was forced to flee his homeland during a period of martial law, one of the darkest chapters in modern Korean history.
Established as part of a broader solidarity network supporting the democracy movement in South Korea, KRC also became one of the first community centers in the United States dedicated to educating the public about Korean history and culture.
43 years on, KRC has evolved into a trusted organization supporting low-income immigrant seniors and families in Los Angeles County and beyond. Our compassionate team have deep roots in the community we serve, meeting our community with linguistic and cultural resonance.
