Core mission of kayl
Community
KAYL began with a small group of engaged and proactive high school students. We continue to follow their footsteps in creating a space for Korean American and AAPI youth to uplift and lead their communities.
Our Mission
KAYL asserts that youth are capable of enacting real change for the concerns that they face in an ever-changing world and strives to raise awareness for social issues surrounding the Asian community. We are peers working to educate each other and organize to become leaders in our communities and our futures while incorporating values of community, compassion, and creativity.
Our Projects
Every project undertaken by KAYL is initiated and led by students within KAYL’s ranks. With each new year, projects may change and adapt to fit a new generation of leadership. Our past projects are archived on this site as examples for students to learn from. All current projects KAYL is undertaking are as follows.
International Cultural Exchange Program
KAYL has presided over various types of International Cultural Exchange Programs over the years - from international symposiums to ROK government-funded projects. All of our unique exchange programs hold true to the following common objectives: promote cultural exchange, empower the Korean diaspora, and engage with our Korean-American identity.
KAYL Newsflash
KAYL dedicates a section towards the Newsflash articles. Every month, articles are published with an objective of highlighting Korean culture, traditions, current events and raising awareness. Students are able to express their creativity and advocacy for their community through these eloquent articles.
KAYL Podcast
“All in One Bowl” is a podcast series created by KAYL to create a change in our community with compassion and creativity. “All in One Bowl” creates monthly podcast episodes that explore Asian American issues of the past and present in enjoyable, succinct episodes.
KAYL Supporting The Arts
“Take space and make yourself heard,” is the motto behind KAYL’s promotion of the arts. Join KAYL in producing and showcasing off young talent. Be on the lookout for KAYL official art competitions related to Korean culture, civic movements, and special events.
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FEBUARY 2019
“The kids need to take it upon themselves to say, ‘This is my school district, this is where I live, these are the things that we need as students”
Tammy Kim, Executive Director KAC / Read Full Article
Our Team
KAYL’s leadership is primarily run by the core council and advisors. Executive roles in KAYL assist in project management or lead a project themselves. General members uphold KAYL’s mission statement and make up KAYL’s driving force in actualizing projects.
Archived & Past Projects
KAYL Diaries
Calling all Asian-American students!
KAYL is starting a collaborative memoir project to stay connected during this unprecedented time.
Every week, we will feature different individuals and their journal entries. Our focus is on the voices of Asian-Americans. Check out this week's featured students! See the last picture for more information on how YOU and your friends can participate!
Availability
April 2020 - December 2020
Location
20 Truman St. Suite 101, Irvine, CA 92620
KAYL Diaries Special Features
Availability
April 2020 - December 2020
Location
20 Truman St. Suite 101, Irvine, CA 92620
Get Involved
KAYL Membership is open to any student in a secondary institution age 14-18. If neither apply, however you would like to work with KAYL as an organization or as an individual, please reach out to us through our email.
PVSA Award Information
KAYL, through our sister organizations, certifies for the PVSA award. For more information about eligibility and requirements, click below.
Sign Up For A Program
KAYL’s various projects are always in need of support from existing and new members. Find out more about current projects and how you can support KAYL.
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer opportunities are offered by KAYL and our sister organizations periodically. Stay connected to be updated on any upcoming volunteering.