As HRNK’s Social Media Associate, Doohyun Kim expertly manages the organization’s digital platforms, creating impactful content to engage supporters and increase awareness of North Korean human rights issues.

His work, from analyzing data to planning digital campaigns, is pivotal in building HRNK’s online presence. Utilizing his bilingual skills and deep understanding as a North Korean escapee, Doohyun conducts interviews with escapees, assists in research and satellite imagery analysis, and responds to media requests.

Doohyun’s personal journey from North Korea shapes his commitment to human rights advocacy. Having witnessed the regime’s severe human rights abuses, including the loss of his father in a prison camp, he has a first-hand understanding of the hardships faced by North Koreans. This drives his mission to advocate for the rights of the North Korean people.

Doohyun has a BA in Political Science from Utah Valley University with a focus on Global Politics, and a BA in Business Administration from Seoul Cyber University. He is also the author of A Necessary Lie: Escape for Freedom and Love, which reflects his dedication to the cause of freedom and human rights.