UN Human Rights Council Receives Petition on Minorities in South Korea

What began as a domestic legal dispute in South Korea has officially reached the global stage. CAP LC, a prominent international human rights NGO holding special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), has submitted a formal written statement to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The petition voices growing international alarm over institutional discrimination, social stigma, and the erosion of due process affecting minority groups, specifically focusing on the recent treatment of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus. The Core Appeal: Decisions Must Be Based on Evidence, Not Stigma In its official submission to the UN, CAP LC shifted the focus away from internal theological controversies, choosing instead to address a more critical systemic issue: the objective standards of administrative and judicial justice. The international NGO expressed deep concern that unverified negative perceptions originating in South Korea are being exported g...
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Shincheonji Volunteer Group in Gwangmyeong Continues Carbon Neutral Campaign for 5th Year

The Shincheonji Volunteer Group in Gwangmyeong (Branch Director: Jeon Min-jung) has been leading the way in environmental protection. On October 19, the group held a carbon-neutral campaign at the exit of Cheolsan Station in Gwangmyeong, encouraging citizens to reduce single-use plastics and use eco-friendly shopping bags.

This marks the fifth consecutive year of the Gwangmyeong branch’s carbon-neutral efforts since 2020, aligning with Korea’s goal of achieving carbon zero by 2050.


Small Actions That Protect the Earth 

The volunteers shared practical ways to practice carbon neutrality in daily life. They explained that the best and fastest way to protect the environment is to reduce the use of disposable items such as plastic bags.

Each year, Koreans use about 420 plastic bags per person, which directly increases carbon emissions. If just 10% of the population reduces usage, it could cut 60,000 tons of CO₂, equivalent to planting over 6.7 million trees!

Many citizens were surprised to learn these facts and took part in the “Carbon Neutrality Pledge,” receiving reusable Tyvek shopping bags made of recyclable material. These bags can be used multiple times, helping reduce waste.


Learning Through Fun: Environmental Quiz and “Climate Soldier” App 🌱

To make the event interactive, volunteers prepared environmental quizzes, including questions about recycling and OX quizzes about reducing carbon emissions.
Participants not only enjoyed the games but also learned accurate waste separation methods.

Volunteers also promoted the “Climate Soldier (기후의병)” mobile app, which allows users to earn carbon points that can be exchanged for local currency. Many citizens joined the app on the spot, pledging to continue eco-friendly habits in daily life.


Citizens Inspired to Take Action 💚

Volunteer Park Eun-hye (53) shared,

“When I told people that the amount of waste generated daily equals 30,000 city buses, they were shocked. Even one reusable bag can prevent hundreds of plastic bags from being used.”

A local resident, Lee Dajin (32), added,

“I didn’t know it takes up to 100 years for a plastic bag to decompose. From now on, I’ll use the eco-bag I received today.”


Continuing the Mission for a Cleaner City 🌿

A representative of the Gwangmyeong branch said,

“Our goal is not only to hand out bags but to help citizens become active protectors of the environment. Small actions, when gathered together, can make Gwangmyeong a truly clean city.”

The group plans to continue its carbon-neutral volunteer work and will soon hold a “Warmth Sharing” event with the local Disabled Association at the end of October.


Together for a Greener Future

Through consistent volunteerism and education, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group in Gwangmyeong is showing that real change starts with small actions. By reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly living, they’re helping build a future where both people and the planet can thrive.


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