Aurora Collaborates with South Korea to Establish Consulate

The City of Aurora is making strides to establish a consulate in collaboration with South Korea, with Minsoo Song, the Aurora Coordinator of International Community Outreach, playing a pivotal role in these efforts. Song emphasizes the importance of engaging with the local immigrant and refugee community, expressing her gratitude for the opportunity to work closely with them. Her initiatives aim to foster international business and support immigrant-owned enterprises, particularly those from the Korean community. Song's passion for promoting Korean businesses in Aurora stems from her own experiences as a first-generation immigrant. After moving to the U.S. to study at the University of Denver, she found solace in the local Korean grocery stores, such as M-mart on South Havana. Her advocacy for the community has earned her respect and recognition, as she actively manages Aurora's language access plan, ensuring that newcomers can access city services in their native languages. Having faced language barriers herself, Song understands the challenges many immigrants encounter. Her dedication to bridging these gaps has been acknowledged with the Korea Prime Minister Merit Ribbon, which she views as a collective recognition of the efforts made by the Korean community and the city of Aurora. As Aurora gears up for its Global Fest celebration, Song reflects on the pride each community member feels when representing their homeland. The event, sponsored by CBS Colorado, serves as a platform for cultural exchange and education, highlighting the diverse backgrounds that enrich Aurora.