About the Academy
Academy Overview
What is
K-influencer Academy
  • K-influencer Academy is an annual program designed to support global creators in producing Korean cultural content and growing their channels through training courses and mission-based activities focused on content creation.
    This program is organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea and aims to spread Korean culture around the world with K-influencers.
Who It’s For
  • Global influencers and content creators
    Creators interested in Korean culture and K-content
    Individuals who operate a YouTube channel and are capable of producing video content
Why Join
  • Learning
    Training to enhance content planning and production skills
  • Collaboration
    Networking with other creators who like Korea from all over the world
  • Creation
    Producing content based on Korean culture and getting feedback from experts
  • Sharing & Promotion
    Sharing created content and reaching global audiences through various channels
How It Works
  • K-influencer Academy 2026 operates through the following process:
    Application & Selection Training Program & Mission Assignment Content Creation
    Final Selection
    (May – December 2026, 8 months)
    1. Training
    AI-based content creation training
    2. Mission
    Participation in missions focused on Korean cultural content creation
    3. Creation
    Producing and uploading content on each member’s own social media channels
    4. Final Selection
    Selection of outstanding members and provision of rewards
    5. Program Events
    Induction Ceremony and Closing Ceremony for members
Academy History
2026
1,152 members from 98 countries
2025
1,303 members from 95 countries
2024
1,253 members from 97 countries
2023
1,930 members from 105 countries
2022
1,856 members from 103 countries
2021
1,224 members from 76 countries
2020
620 members from 72 countries