The 2022 International Youth Fellowship (IYF) World Camp, which is primarily hosted in Korea, was attended by several student and youth leaders from various colleges on July 27, 2022 at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City. It is said to be the largest hub for youngsters and strives to shape the next generation of global leaders.
IYF Philippines, which has been around for 10 years, staged the 2022 IYF World Camp. In his introductory remarks, Rev. Abraham Nam, the president of IYF Philippines, welcomed the youth and shared the history of the organization. The director of the Quezon City Police District (QCPD), Brig. Gen. Remus B. Medina, spoke after him and thanked the event's organizers for their efforts. He said that everyone should try to set a positive example for others because youth development is everyone's concern. He ended his speech by a quotation from Franklin Roosevelt saying, “We cannot always build a future for our youth, but we can always build our youth for the future”.
Additionally, Rev. Ock Soo Park, the founder of IYF, led the event's major activity, the Mind Lecturing. He discussed the two ways of thinking with the guests and stressed the value of mind training for young people. He claimed that he had already discussed including mind education in the curriculum with the previous president, Rodrigo Duterte, but that the conversation had to wait because of the COVID lockdown. In order for the young people to develop into leaders who are humble and have a strong heart, Rev. Park also discussed the importance of the world of the heart.
The event was filled with different activities and performances coming from the world-renowned Gracias Choir, Litz, G22, Kaia, The Righteous Stars, and Lincoln School of Arts and Languages. Meanwhile, tv personality Ryan Bang, showed up at the event as a surprise guest which thrilled many of the attendees.
In addition to bringing happiness, Ryan Bang inspired everyone by sharing his life story at the conclusion. He explained that being frugal rather than having more revenue sources is the key to success. Additionally, he advised youth to consider their passions and choose a profession that makes them happy.
Meanwhile, Ms. Chona Rino, a former volunteer in Good News Corps under IYF, encouraged everyone to join them and be a volunteer who is willing to be sent abroad and help people out there.
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