Heejin Kim
London,South Korea
Summary
Possesses a broader understanding of different types of legal systems in International law, U.S. law, and the Korean legal system while also experienced in organizational practices in the field of human rights through Refugee NGO in Korea and voluntary work at refugee camps. An intense passion to be able to create policy implementation for the crisis as a professional in the refugee rights area.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Refugee protection team intern
Refugee pNan
Seoul, Republic of Korea
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted initial interviews with refugees to identify their grounds for persecution and specific needs.
- Provided comprehensive support for refugees following case reviews, including guidance and assistance with the refugee status determination process, and connecting them with essential services.
- Facilitated access to medical services to improve health outcomes for refugees.
- Collaborated with local charities in the social care sector to coordinate holistic support services for refugees.
- Conducted research and analysis on country of origin information(COI).
- Coordinated and assisted with various social projects aimed at raising social awareness of refugees in South Korea.
Volunteer support worker
Jordan Refugee Children Education Camp
Amman, Jordan
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed educational programs for Syrian refugee children to promote their best interests and support overall well-being.
- Tutored refugee children in basic English through recreational activities to enhance language acquisition and reduce social isolation.
- Collaborated with local charities to deliver comprehensive support to refugee families.
Volunteer refugee social worker
Collective-Aid
Belgrade, Serbia
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Facilitated language and recreational classes to help newly arrived refugees develop communication skills and integrate into society.
- Collaborated with international team members to design and implement creative, efficient support programs for refugees.
Volunteer refugee social worker
Help-Refugees
Calais, France
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Assessed refugee needs and managed crises using available resources.
- Promoted awareness of refugee rights through public campaigns in the local community.
General manager, teacher
Kairos English Institute
Pohang, Republic of Korea
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Reviewed and analysed teaching data to improve curriculum and restructure learning strategies.
- Coordinated educational programs tailored to children's stages of social development.
- Managed human resources processes, including training and performance evaluation.
- Created a high-performance work environment by fostering teacher morale and productivity.
Education
LLM - International Law
SOAS University of London
London 09/2024 -
LLB - US and International Law, Korean Law
Handong Global University
Pohang, Republic of Korea 03/2016 - 02/2023
Skills
Legal Reserach Tools and databases
Knowledge of Legal Procedures
Legal Writing
Analytical and Critical thinking
Research experience
Sustainability & competence development research project for Nepal, Research Assistant, 01/2017,
Conducted regional leadership seminars for human rights-based development that focuses on poverty eradication in the community, Participated in research project for an inclusive approach by mapping local market areas and conducting market research in regions, Coordinated conferences within regional-based local businesspeople.
Timeline
Refugee protection team intern
Refugee pNan
02.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer support worker
Jordan Refugee Children Education Camp
08.2022 - 08.2022
General manager, teacher
Kairos English Institute
01.2021 - 07.2023
Volunteer refugee social worker
Collective-Aid
06.2019 - 08.2019
Volunteer refugee social worker
Help-Refugees
03.2019 - 06.2019
LLM - International Law
SOAS University of London
09/2024 -
LLB - US and International Law, Korean Law
Handong Global University
03/2016 - 02/2023
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