Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Korea accepting of differences?

"Korea is a VERY homogenous society, so diversity is rare and uncommon, especially outside of Seoul. Those who are not Korean can expect the typical stares that are ubiquitous throughout Korea, and the uttering of "waegook saram" which means foreigner, is also quite common. That said, overt racism is almost non-existent in Daejeon and those of non-Korean descent typically enjoy a high quality of life. The expat community in Daejeon is relatively small and it is possible to go about your day without seeing another foreign face. However, within the expat community there is an array of cultural backgrounds present, mostly due to the large international student presence at Daejeon's universities, and the science and technology sector, which attracts people from around the world, particularly India. Diversity is most noticeable in the Oeun/Gung-dong neighborhoods on Daejeon's west side. These two neighborhoods are sandwiched between Chungnam University and KAIST, both of which have considerable international student bodies. These neighborhoods, especially Gung-dong, are also popular EFL teacher hang-outs. Here you can find a variety of foreign food, such as North African and Pakistani, plus a variety of businesses that have an expat friendly vibe. There is also a Muslim place of worship here (just a small room), the only one in the city," wrote a member who made the move to Daejeon, Korea.

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"Korea is a diverse country with a variety of ethnicities, religions, and cultures. People in Korea are generally accepting of differences and strive to create an inclusive environment. There are many organizations and initiatives that promote diversity and acceptance in Korea, such as the Korean Diversity Network and the Korean Diversity Forum. Additionally, the Korean government has implemented various policies to promote diversity and inclusion in the country," explained one expat living in Korea.