As a child growing up in North Korea, Hyeonseo Lee thought her country was “the best on the planet.” It wasn’t until the famine of the 90s that she began to wonder. She escaped the country at 14 to begin a life in hiding as a refugee in China.
In this TED talk we hear her incredible personal tale of survival and hope. From her life inside North Korea, her escape and her experiences as a refugee. Her story a powerful reminder of those who face constant danger, even when the border is far behind.
Born in North Korea, Hyeonseo Lee left for China in 1997. Now living in South Korea, she has become an activist for fellow refugees.
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