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Over 600 Youth Join Blood Donation in Just 15 Days: We Are One’s Campaign Expands Across Seoul and Gyeonggi

The youth volunteer group We Are One, affiliated with Shincheonji Church of Jesus, is once again proving the power of collective action. In just 15 days, more than 600 young people in the Seoul–Southern Gyeonggi region rolled up their sleeves to donate blood, helping stabilize the nation’s blood supply during one of the most difficult times of the year.

A Campaign Born Out of Urgency

Every summer, Korea experiences a shortage of blood donations as students go on vacation and families travel for holidays. To address this, We Are One Seoul–Southern Gyeonggi Union launched its annual blood donation campaign on July 27, 2025, with a goal of reaching 1,200 completed donations by October 18.

As of August 10, the campaign had already achieved 690 participants and 600 successful donors across its 11 local branches, including Gwacheon, Seongnam, Gangdong, Suwon, Ansan, Pyeongtaek, Icheon, Suji, Wangsimni, Dongtan, and Hanam.

First-Time Donors Becoming Lifelong Donors

One participant shared how this campaign changed their perspective:

“I always wanted to donate blood, but I was afraid because I had never done it before. Through this campaign, I tried for the first time—and now I’ve already donated six times. I’ve come to realize how valuable blood donation is, and I want to continue doing it.”

Stories like this highlight how We Are One is not only meeting an immediate need but also inspiring a long-term culture of giving.

Expanding a Culture of Life and Care

Since 2022, We Are One has consistently held blood donation drives during periods of shortage, contributing to national blood supply stability. This year’s campaign extends beyond individual participation—it represents a growing youth-led movement for life, care, and community responsibility.

A representative from the Seoul–Southern Gyeonggi Union stated:

“We are deeply grateful to all who joined in sharing life. We will continue to lead in spreading a culture of respect for life together with our communities.”

A Ripple Effect Across Communities

With more than 600 lives already touched in just over two weeks, the campaign is well on its way to reaching its ambitious goal. Each act of blood donation ripples outward—saving lives in hospitals, easing the burdens of families, and showing the strength of youth when they unite for good.


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