Sarah K. Yun

Sarah K. Yun is the Country Representative for Korea at the National Democratic Institute (NDI), based in Seoul, South Korea.13 In this role, she manages NDI's programs focused on strengthening human rights and democracy in North Korea.1

Background and Expertise

Sarah Yun is an expert in democracy, human rights, development, and international affairs, with a particular focus on Asia, especially North Korea.1 Her professional experience includes:

• Senior Manager for Asia at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), where she oversaw programs for North Korea, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines1
• Manager at the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), handling programs for North Korea, Cambodia, and Papua New Guinea1
• Asia and Korea policy expert at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld1
• Director of Public Affairs and Regional Issues at the Korea Economic Institute (KEI) in Washington, DC1

Education

Sarah holds the following degrees:

• BA in Political Science and Business Institutions from Northwestern University1
• MA in International Relations and International Economics from Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies1

Additional Experience

Earlier in her career, Sarah served as an AmeriCorps member, working to provide economic empowerment opportunities for women.1

Sarah Yun's expertise and experience make her well-suited for her current role at NDI, where she contributes to efforts promoting democracy and human rights in North Korea through various programs and initiatives.12