THe Demystified zone
Welcome to The Demystified Zone presented by Crossing Borders, a conversation about North Korea that spans from the geo-political games, crazy hair-styles to real issues affecting the lives of North Koreans today. Join us for a chat about the funny and heartbreaking things we notice about the Hermit Kingdom today.
Episode 1
Many Elim House residents are victims of sexual abuse and physical violence.
Women come to us after finishing their stay at government run facilities or halfway homes after being released from prison. Without an option like Elim House, they would be homeless.
The lure of money draws many women into South Korea’s rampant sex trade.
Learn more about why North Korean refugee women need physical healing.
Episode 2
13% of all North Korean refugees in South Korea experienced suicidal impulses in 2020, which increased from 12.4%.
29% cited “Physical or Mental Disorder or Illness” as reasons for these impulses.
