Republic of Korea Liberation Day, also known as Gwangbokjeol, is observed on 15 August. It commemorates Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945 and, in South Korea, also marks the establishment of the Republic of Korea in 1948. The day is marked with ceremonies, flags, cultural events and reflection on independence, resilience and national identity.

Event Suggestions:
• Creating a timeline about Korean liberation and modern national history
• Sharing Korean music, stories, food or language activities with cultural context
• Hosting a discussion on independence, resilience and cultural identity