Why do local individuals, organizations, and governments run Facebook Pages for Pyeongtaek?
Pyeongtaek does not have an official local English newspaper, English TV station, or systems for sharing English language information with the international, English speaking community. Historidally, such a lack of official English information lead many expats in Pyeongtaek feeling isolated and unsafe which greatly impacted their mental and physical health. Thankfully, Pyeongtaek city has also been blessed by a community of people dedecated to solving this issue using technology, crowd sourcing, and community building. still need information related to living in Pyeongtaek, Pyeongtaek housing, Pyeongtaek shopping, US military life in Pyeongtaek, teaching in Pyeongtaek, shopping in Pyeongtaek, and other Pyeongtaek related questions.
Due to the overwhelming need for information to be shared in English within the community, a variety of local individuals, organizations, and government groups have created important Facebook Pages that share useful and critical information that you need to know. Follow these Facebook Pages to learn about life in Pyeongtaek.
Do I need to follow Facebook Pages if I am already a member of a few local Facebook Groups?
OMG! 1 million times, YES! Facebook Groups and Facebook Pages are two very different animals. In fact, it might be more important to follow key Facebook Pages than it is to follow groups since the pages offer first-hand information and groups are often like playing a game of “telephone”.
The manager(s) of each Facebook Page share information that you need to know about such things as safety notices, new businesses, community alerts, and so much more. Not only that, but the page offers you a way to connect The Facebook Pages are a critical source of regular community updates. Groups, on the other hand, are where people build community and relationships. Each has a different focus and purpose and provide access to different types of communication.
Additionally, pages post easily shareable information that will bring value to the groups that you are in. Follow Facebook Pages and then share the important information you come across with others. When we live life in a foreign country, where we don’t speak the host language, sharing information is how we all live our best lives. Sharing is caring.
What Pyeongtaek related Facebook Pages are available and what communities do they serve?
Facebook Pages Related to Living as an Expat In Pyeongtaek
- Pyeongtaek Insight: A Facebook Page managed by the Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundation which is supported by the local government
- South of Seoul: Our volunteer-managed Facebook Page that shares news, videos, recommendations, and more.
Facebook Pages for Those Associated with the Osan Air Force Base
- U.S. Forces Korea
- Osan Quarantine Support Volunteers
- Osan Air Base
- Team Osan Spouses Club
- Osan Air Base Post Office
- USO Osan AB
- Osan AB Airman & Family Readiness Center
- AFMS – Osan – 51st Medical Group
- Osan Pet Lodge
- Osan Air Base Food Lovers
- Osan AB FSS
- Osan AB Airman & Family Readiness Center
- Exchange (Osan/Suwon Exchange)
- Dodea Osan MHS
- Osan Air Base Housing Office
- 51st Communications Squadron – Osan CommBats
- Osan First Sergeants
Facebook Pages for Those Associated with Camp Humphreys Army Base
- U.S. Forces Korea
- Eighth Army-Korea
- U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys (Camp Humphreys)
- Exchange (Humphreys, Korea)
- USAG Humphreys Family and MWR
- Camp Humphreys Army Wellness Center
- USO Humphreys
- DODEA Humphreys High School
- DODEA Humphreys Middle School
- Humphreys Central Elementary School
- Humphreys CYS
- Humphreys CYS Teen
- USAG Humphreys, Client Legal Services
- Humphreys Thrift Shop
- Humphreys Middle School PTSO
- Camp Humphreys Area III Civilian Personnel Advisory Center
- USAG Humphreys American Red Cross
- Korea Defense Veterans Association
Various News Agencies
Universities, Schools, Academies, and Education
- UMGC Korea
- International Christian School – Pyeongtaek
- Mustard Seed Christian Preschool – Pyeongtaek/Camp Humphrey’s
- Korea TESOL News
Migrant and Immigrant Welfare Pages
Animal Welfare Pages
- HUG ME Dog Shelter – 평택 허그미 유기견 쉼터
- Asan Angels Sanctuary
- Asan Cheonsawon Shelter
- Band For Animal in Asan
Business Promotion Pages
- 평택 핫플레이스 (Pyeongtaek Hot Places)
- 평택에서 뭐 하지? (What should I do in Pyeongtaek?)
Federal and Local Pages
Pyeongtaek Cultural Organizations Pages
- 평택농악보존회 (Pyeongtaek Traditional Music Association)
Read these blogs to learn more about where to find information about Pyeongtaek, Camp Humphreys, Osan Air Force Base, and South Korea
- Facebook Groups for Pyeongtaek, Camp Humphreys, and Osan Air Force Base
- 5 City Managed Facebook Pages to Follow to Learn About Life Outside Seoul
- 5 Facebook Pages To Follow if you Live in South Korea
- Five Female Expat Influencers To Follow in South Korea
Founded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences.
