INSF Appoints Phil Kim as International Advisory Board Member for Canada

(Reporter Kim Min-jeong)= The International Northern Ssireum Federation (INSF) has officially appointed Master. Phil Kim as an International Advisory Board Member for Canada.

The appointment recognizes Master. Kim’s contribution to international cultural exchange, traditional sports promotion, community leadership, and global cooperation. Through this appointment, he joins the INSF International Advisory Board and will support the Federation’s mission of preserving traditional physical heritage while strengthening international partnerships.

As an International Advisory Board Member, Master. Kim will provide strategic guidance and advice regarding international cooperation, cultural outreach, educational initiatives, and the development of traditional heritage programs. He will also contribute to expanding connections between Canada and the growing INSF global network.

Canada is recognized as a multicultural society that values diversity, inclusion, and intercultural dialogue. INSF believes that cooperation with Canadian community leaders and cultural advocates will contribute to the advancement of traditional heritage preservation and international friendship.

INSF President Jun-Ho Song stated:

“Traditional heritage belongs to all humanity. Through international cooperation and cultural exchange, we can preserve valuable traditions while building bridges among nations. We are honored to welcome Mr. Phil Kim to the INSF International Advisory Board and look forward to his contributions to our global mission.”

The appointment represents another step in INSF’s ongoing efforts to establish an international network dedicated to traditional sports, cultural heritage preservation, youth engagement, academic cooperation, and intercultural understanding.

INSF continues to expand its international partnerships across Eurasia, North America, the Middle East, Africa, and other regions through collaboration with cultural leaders, educators, researchers, and heritage advocates.

International Northern Ssireum Federation (INSF)

Preserving Traditional Physical Heritage, Connecting Nations Through Culture