K-Pop Idols Who Own UNICEF's [#every child] Ring

Here are 8 idols who obtained UNICEF's [#every child] ring by regularly donating to UNICEF!

Jacob, Staff Writer
3 min to read · Published : Feb 7, 2022

K-Pop Idols Who Own UNICEF's [#every child] Ring

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The UNICEF [#every child] ring is a ring taking on the shape of a safety pin that is given to regular donors of UNICEF. As stated on UNICEF Korea's website, it's a symbol of the wearer's promise to protect every child in need. It's also shaped like a safety pin to cleverly symbolize the wearer's desire for all children to be safe from violence and danger.

Each year, UNICEF helps millions of children in difficult situations. Here are some idols who have contributed to their fruitful efforts in improving the lives of children less fortunate than others by regularly donating to UNICEF.

1. TXT's BeomGyu

After making his first appearance as co-host on KBS Cool FM’s popular radio program, "Kiss the Radio", BeomGyu posted a selfie on DAY6's Young K's Instagram account for the radio program. In the selfie, the ring could be seen on his left hand. Upon being recognized for his generosity and care for others less fortunate than himself, he received much praise from fans.

Young K's Kiss the Radio Instagram

2. Stray Kids' Lee Know and I.N

At a fansign, Lee Know said that he started donating to UNICEF due to his love for children. Through UNICEF, he also sponsors a child in Ghana named Anas. Revealing this in an interview with Vogue Korea, Lee Know said that he's been sponsoring him since he was a baby. Now receiving letters from Anas, he sometimes feels like a parent and is proud that someone can live a better life because of him, as it "seems to fill the void in his heart." Although Anas likely doesn't know that his sponsor is an idol, Lee Know also said that he wishes to invite him to a Stray Kids concert someday.

Stray Kids' Instagram

Not only does I.N himself donate to UNICEF, but his fans do as well. In fact, they're part of the reason why he donates to UNICEF! At a fansign, he mentioned that he learned about how some STAYS were donating to UNICEF under his name, which inspired him to donate do the same!

Stray Kids' Instagram

3. ATEEZ's San and HongJoong

The fellow members are proud monthly donors of UNICEF.

ATEEZ's Instagram

ATEEZ is also a part of the UNICEF TEAM Campaign. Last year, members of the group were among the many Korean celebrities to join the campaign and encourage others to help protect children in danger around the world.

4. THE BOYZ's YoungHoon

YoungHoon can be seen sporting the ring in the mirror selfie below.

THE BOYZ's Twitter

Members of THE BOYZ are also goodwill ambassadors for Save the Children, a leading humanitarian organization for children.

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— 세이브더칠드런 (@stckorea) November 3, 2020

5. Xdinary Hero's GunIl

The rookie k-band leader posted this picture on Instagram after Xdinary Heros came on Jun HyoSeong's "Dreaming Radio," thanking those who tuned into the episode, which was their first appearance on a radio program.

Xdinary Heros' Instagram

6. EVERGLOW's E:U

EVERGLOW's Twitter

E:U took part in the UNICEF Team Campaign video with ATEEZ, alongside her fellow member Mia.

EVERGLOW has also partnered with UNICEF and has a single called 'Promise', which is entirely dedicated to promoting UNICEF's Promise Campaign. Watch the music video below!

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ATEEZ At Coachella Week 2 Was A Ritual Of Love & A Warcry At The Same Time

ATEEZ gave us one of the most unforgettable performances for week 2 of Coachella 2024 and I have some thoughts about it.

Ishani Sarkar, Kpopmap Editor
3 min to read · Published : Apr 22, 2024

ATEEZ At Coachella Week 2 Was A Ritual Of Love & A Warcry At The Same Time

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The cozy comfort of a much-awaited Saturday morning was settling in when I tuned in to the Coachella Week 2 "Sahara" stage live broadcast. Having witnessed the absolute grandeur of ATEEZ's Week 1 performance at Coachella, I was mostly expecting a reiteration of the same iconic level for Week 2. However, what we got was something out of this world.

One phrase kept going round and round in my mind as I watched this ATEEZ set at Coachella week 2. This is a ritual of love. Love for music, love for performance, and very distinctly, love for each other. ATEEZ's Coachella week 2 performance was not just one of the best performances at Coachella this year, but it was a glorious invocation of the muses. Having studied literature and art for all my life, I cannot possibly think of a better way to describe the breathless brilliance of this performance.

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Getting the obvious out of the way, of course, ATEEZ's confidence, panache, showmanship, vocals, rap, dance, and all other technicalities were much more polished than in week 1. The boys were now more aware of the stage, and having had one go at it, they were definitely more relaxed. In Korean, this state of mind where one recognizes scope or room to expand is called "yeoyu" (여유).

Yeoyu is something you see in a seasoned warrior, and when our Captain walked onto the stage that night with his members, ATEEZ looked nothing short of warrior princes coming for the throne. Every single member stood out in their own unique way, with their versatile talents on full display. The visuals were top-tier, as always, the styling - en pointe, and the vibes - immaculate. The rap came across power-packed and smooth, the vocals were resounding yet delicate when need be, and energy was at an all-time high. These men knew what they were doing, even with the slightest gaze they held out to the audience, and the effortlessness of it all elevated the performance to a whole new level.

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This time, it was as if ATEEZ was putting their lives on the line and thankfully, the camera work delivered in picking up the detailed nuances of this performance. Even as I write this, I'm taken back to SeongHwa, sword in hand, screaming into the sky to call forth the last ounce of strength he needed to pour his all into his art. When SeongHwa roared, like lightning sent back to the heavens, the lump in my throat threatened to escape, only to be held back by the realization that I was looking at a spitting image of Sung JinWoo from "Solo Leveling". Now, I need that live-action to happen, and I need SeongHwa to play humanity's greatest hunter.

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The very next thing I remember is a singular black tear running down his cheek as he stared right down at the camera. This moment has gone viral and for good reason, too, as artists flock to SeongHwa, having found their new muse.

However, it wasn't just the aesthetics of it all that left an impression. To me, as an ATINY and a Hallyu Journalist, this tear represented how far ATEEZ had come. The unstilted passion, diligence, hard work, and endless struggle they endured culminated in this one defining moment when they were on top of the world. ATEEZ, who started from nothing, created something, and won everything, were declaring to the world that they were just getting started.

The respect ATEEZ had for the Coachella stage, for the audience, and for everyone who supported them, especially ATINY, is what that tear symbolized to my eye, but like all art, this, too, is up to your interpretation.

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