Korea International Youth Hostel

The Korean Youth Hostel Movement was established on April 17, 1967 in accordance with Article 32 of the Civil Code. It was formerly known as the Korean Youth Hostel Association. Kim Young-ki, principal of Seongdong High School, served as the chairman of the founding preparatory committee. The 27th meeting was held in Japan on August 27, 1968. It was approved as a full member at the World Congress of the International Youth Hostel Federation and joined the Youth Hostel Movement.

This Federation promotes the Youth Hostel Movement in accordance with the rules and spirit of the International Youth Hostel Federation, allowing young people to cultivate rich knowledge and develop good living habits through simple self-help travel and the installation and operation of necessary youth hostels. The purpose is to contribute to the cultivation of healthy young people to become leaders in the future society.