KSIF Announces the Five Best KSIs of 2024

> KSIF conducts an annual KSI operational evaluation to enhance the quality and effectiveness of KSI operations worldwide

> Based on the evaluation results, five KSIs—Bishkek, Sokuluk, Surabaya, Yantai, and Qingdao 2—have been selected as the Best KSIs of 2024

The King Sejong Institute Foundation (Acting President and Secretary General Bae Jong-min, hereafter referred to as KSIF), conducted the 2024 KSI operational evaluation and selected five institutes as the Best KSIs of the year. The selected institutes, listed in Korean alphabetical order, are KSI Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (a partnership between Ishenaly Arabaev Kyrgyz State University and Kyungwoon University), KSI Sokuluk, Kyrgyzstan (Kyrgyz International University), KSI Surabaya, Indonesia (a partnership between Petra Christian University and Dongseo University), KSI Yantai, China (a partnership between Ludong University and Nambu University), and KSI Qingdao 2, China (Qingdao Binhai University). *Listed in Korean alphabetical order
 
 

KSI Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan KSI Sokuluk, Kyrgyzstan KSI Surabaya, Indonesia

KSIF conducts the KSI operational evaluation annually to strengthen the quality and effectiveness of KSI operations worldwide. This evaluation consists of a document review, on-site inspections, and a final review by an evaluation committee comprising subject matter experts. Based on the evaluation results, KSIF will provide ongoing consulting services throughout the year, offering guidance on developing each institute’s strengths and improvement strategies. Additionally, for KSIs requiring in-depth support, KSIF plans to enhance performance through mentorship programs, pairing them with high-performing KSIs from the same cultural region. This initiative aims to improve operational outcomes and strengthen collaboration among KSIs worldwide.
 
 

KSI Yantai, China KSI Qingdao 2, China

Moving forward, KSIF will continue to regularly evaluate and monitor KSI operations to ensure that each institute functions as a leading institution for the promotion of the Korean language abroad. KSIF remains committed to enhancing the evaluation and feedback system to support the continuous growth and development of KSIs worldwide.