Kim Yong-ki

KIM, Yong-ki is a Korean agrarian movement leader, Christian and philosopher. He was a pioneer in waste land cultivation, and spent his life actively demonstrating that life as a farmer can be fulfilling and productive. His mission was to induce dynamic spiritual, inspirational, and economic change to the rural areas of Korea. He is considered one of the founding fathers of the reputed Korean "Saemaul Undong (New Community Movement)," the foundation of Korea's modernization. In recognition of his work, he was awarded The Ramon Magsaysay Award for Public service in 1966.