NKDB was recently honored to welcome Hana Kang, writer and content creator behind the YouTube channel hanaya. Born in North Korea, Hana visited our office to share a donation made from her channel’s earnings.
Through her platform, Hana courageously shares her life story, fostering understanding, empathy, and connection with audiences across borders. Her work exemplifies the powerful role that storytelling can play in raising awareness about the realities faced by North Koreans.
For NKDB, working alongside North Korean escapees is not only essential—it lies at the very heart of our mission. Their voices, lived experiences, and leadership ground our efforts and continually reaffirm why documentation, accountability, and advocacy matter.
Inspired by the support of her subscribers, Hana made this donation in the hope that the same spirit of solidarity will extend to people still living in North Korea, as well as those rebuilding their lives after escape.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Hana Kang and the hanaya_83 community for their generosity and support. Their partnership is a meaningful reminder that compassion and shared purpose can drive real change.
Please check out her channel here: https://youtube.com/@hanaya21?si=AYsxQ4l7KbLIOJQ3

NKDB was recently honored to welcome Hana Kang, writer and content creator behind the YouTube channel hanaya. Born in North Korea, Hana visited our office to share a donation made from her channel’s earnings.
Through her platform, Hana courageously shares her life story, fostering understanding, empathy, and connection with audiences across borders. Her work exemplifies the powerful role that storytelling can play in raising awareness about the realities faced by North Koreans.
For NKDB, working alongside North Korean escapees is not only essential—it lies at the very heart of our mission. Their voices, lived experiences, and leadership ground our efforts and continually reaffirm why documentation, accountability, and advocacy matter.
Inspired by the support of her subscribers, Hana made this donation in the hope that the same spirit of solidarity will extend to people still living in North Korea, as well as those rebuilding their lives after escape.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Hana Kang and the hanaya_83 community for their generosity and support. Their partnership is a meaningful reminder that compassion and shared purpose can drive real change.
Please check out her channel here: https://youtube.com/@hanaya21?si=AYsxQ4l7KbLIOJQ3