> Applications can be submitted through the foundation’s website from November 3 to December 30.

KSIF has announced the call for new KSI branches for the year 2023. KSIF (President Lee Haiyoung, hereinafter “Foundation”) announced its plan to designate new KSI branches for 2023 on the notice section of its website on November 3. Any qualifying institution can apply by submitting the application form and required documents on the foundation’s integrated back-office management system (https://nbms.ksif.or.kr).

The selection process includes application screening, onsite due diligence, and final evaluation. The results are to be announced around June 2023. The designated Screening Committee, which consists of over 10 outside experts, will engage in the evaluation at each and every stage.

Information sessions on how to prepare the application, cautions, details of the support new institutions will receive, and the obligations will be held more than five times online and offline in and outside Korea. Those interested in attending the session can apply by providing related information via email (newksi@ksif.or.kr). This time KSIF will be investing more efforts in local promotions. To expand the promotion, the foundation will cooperate with the Korea Foundation and Academy of Korean Studies, as well as diplomatic offices and foreign embassies.

KSI operators will be provided with the budget required for running the institution along with instructor dispatch and expenses or learning materials necessary for educating Korean culture. In addition, the instructors gain the opportunity to attend re-education sessions, such as the World Korean Educator Conference. There are various benefits for learners as well, including visits to Korea and scholarships for outstanding students.

KSI is a brand that is dedicated to the global popularization of Korean language and culture, officially approved by the Korean government. There are 244 branches across 84 countries as of June 2022. KSIF plans to continue increasing KSI branches until 2026 under “The 4th Korean Language Development Master Plan (2022-2026)” by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.