Community Service: Ethics in Action

Community service at IES is not just volunteering, but ethical engagement and responsibility to society. The society partners with two large organizations: Jiguchon Children's Center and Nanoom Korea, both of which work for marginalized communities in Korea.

Jiguchon Children's Center: The center serves the educational needs of children of multicultural families, who are exposed to social and educational discrimination in Korea. Members of IES volunteer by facilitating educational programs, mentorship, and interactive activities aimed at easing the integration of these children into Korean society while they retain their cultural identity. This is consistent with IES's commitment to equity, inclusion, and appreciation of diversity in an ethical model of social integration.

Nanoom Korea: Committed to assisting the vulnerable populations, Nanoom Korea provides essential supplies and education. Volunteers from IES assist by supporting educational efforts, distributing supplies, and facilitating social awareness. In doing so, members come into direct contact with the ethical challenges of poverty, inequality, and institutional barriers, provoking additional reflection on solutions that preserve respect and justice.

IES's participation in these kinds of service activities underscores the importance of existential moral responsibility, illustrating that ethics is not a theoretical argument but one to be lived out in daily interactions.

Academic Initiatives: Intellectual Discourse and Ethical Journalism

Aside from community service, IES also encourages scholarly inquiry through forums and journalism, both of which encourage intellectual critique, ethical analysis, and a greater sensitivity to social concerns of the day.

Ethics Forums: The academic programs at IES are highlighted by the Ethics Forums, which bring members together with experts from various fields of philosophy, law, medicine, business, and public policy. The Ethics Forums provide a platform for professionals to deliberate on ethical challenges within their respective professions, enabling students to bridge the gap between theoretical ethics and real-world applications.

Journalism and Publication: Members of IES author pieces on ethical issues of modern society by investigative journalism and analytical writing.

Bridging Service and Academia: A Comprehensive Ethical Strategy

By merging classroom discussion and community service, IES ensures that its members are not only well-versed in ethical theory but also well-practiced in applying it to daily life. The mixture of hands-on volunteerism and classroom study allows members to develop a balanced ethical worldview, giving them the tools to approach society's issues with understanding, accountability, and a commitment to justice.