Lunar New Year Celebration

Honoring Adoptee Families and

Scholarship Presentation
Charlotte Korean Association

 

President Sara Nam,
Distinguished guests,
Dear adoptees and their families,

and members of the Korean American community,

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Good morning!

 

My name is Kihwan Kim,

and I am the President of

the Federation of Korean Associations of the Southeast USA.

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As we celebrate the Lunar New Year,
I would like to sincerely

thank the Charlotte Korean Association

especially President Sara Nam and all the volunteers

for organizing this meaningful event for

adoptees and their families.

 

Through today’s gathering,

you have shared the warmth of Korea,

the feeling of home,

and the beauty of Korean traditions

with those reconnecting with their roots.

 

Today is more than just a holiday celebration.
It is a special moment

that brings people together,

honors identity and belonging,

and reminds us of the strong bond

between Korea and adoptees and their families.

 

The care and love shown

through the food and the program

truly reflect the heart of the Korean community.

 

I would like to express my deep respect and

gratitude to President Nam and

the leadership of the Charlotte Korean Association

for their dedication and service.

 

The Federation of Korean Associations of the Southeast USA

will continue to work closely with

local Korean associations

to support adoptees and their families and

to strengthen our shared community.

 

Finally, I hope today’s scholarship presentation will

serve as a meaningful message of encouragement and

hope for the next generation.

 

Thank you,

President Sara Nam and

The Charlotte Korean Association

prepared delicious tteokguk for you today.

 

In Korea, we eat tteokguk on New Year’s Day.
It means a fresh start and

becoming one year older and wiser.

 

I hope this bowl brings you good health and happiness.

Please enjoy.

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February 14, 2026

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The Federation of Korean Associations S.E.  USA

Kihwan Kim
President 

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