A program built on the belief that two cultures, brought together in genuine curiosity, can become lifelong friends.
The Korea-Uzbekistan Exchange Program was founded to build genuine, lasting connections between young people from two countries that rarely appear in the same conversation — but have more in common than most realize.
From the Silk Road that once connected Central Asia and the Far East, to today's digital channels, we believe curiosity across borders is the most powerful thing a young person can practice.
"The Silk Road
didn't end.
It became us."
— Program Founding Statement, 2022
We build real relationships, not tourism. Students communicate directly, honestly, and over time.
We celebrate what makes each culture unique — and look for the unexpected common ground.
Students plan, write, pack, and lead. Adults support, but the program belongs to the participants.
Gyeongsan, South Korea
Gyeongsan Jeil High School is one of the partner schools in this exchange program, bringing Korean students together with peers from Uzbekistan through letters, cultural exchange, and shared travel.
Chust, Uzbekistan
Chust Specialized School is the Uzbek partner school in the program, connecting its students with peers from Korea through handwritten letters, cultural boxes, and an annual exchange trip.
Each academic year follows a structured rhythm that gives participants time to connect, create, and travel.
Students from both schools apply. Up to 20 participants selected per school.
Each student is matched with a partner from the other school and begins writing letters.
Students pack and send their cultural boxes — arriving just in time before winter break.
Monthly online sessions where both schools meet virtually for games, cooking, and Q&As.
Alternating each year: one school hosts. Students spend a week living the exchange in person.
Participants share what they learned. Alumni stories collected for the website.