Our Mission

The mission of the DMZ Forum is to transform the Korean Demilitarized Zone from a symbol of war to a place of peace among humans and between humans and nature.

Much of it untainted by humans over 51 years, the DMZ can inform world scientists about nature’s reclamation powers.

Protected from economic development, the DMZ contains native plants and animals that were driven out of North and South Korea and can be re-introduced to regain biodiversity there.

Retaining a wild natural state, the DMZ can attract eco-tourism compatible with ecosystem protection—more profitable than other possible activities there.

Providing habitat for rare cranes and other birds and animals, the DMZ is essential for preserving globally significant species.