Somerset&AvonBKVA

About the BKVA
We are members of the International Federation of Korean War Veterans Associations, whose headquarters are in Seoul, South Korea, and which promotes the interests of all who fought in the Korean War. The prime objective of the BKVA is to organise develop, enter into and carry out or co-operate in any endeavour for the benefit of men and women of all ranks who served in the Korean War 1950-53, and subsequent Peacekeeping Forces, or for the benefit of their widows and dependants, and generally to promote their welfare and the relief of distress. The BKVA is non-political and offers comradeship to all those who served.

The BKVA has a Relief Fund and a national welfare policy, which incorporates all branches. When the needs of veterans are made known they can be acted upon quickly.

The BKVA's authoritative body is the National Council, whose membership is made up of elected Executive Officers, elected National Council Officers, and one member from each of the Association's ten areas. All are volunteers although out of pocket expenses are normally paid when claimed. There are currently 55 branches in Great Britain and one in Northern Ireland. New branches are formed as the need arises.
Throughout the year, in many parts of the country, events are organised which are open to all Korean Veterans. These occasions allow veterans, together with their wives, to come together and renew their fellowship. The BKVA holds an Annual General Meeting in October, which incorporates some social events. In addition, many branches organise special functions to which they invite members of other branches in co-operation with the Korean Veterans Association, Seoul in the Republic of Korea, the BKVA organises an official Re-visit programme, details of, which are available from branch secretaries. The BKVA maintains strong links with the Korean Embassy Korean Residents Associations and Travel Organisations in the UK, where there is an interest in joining together for cultural ties and joint projects. We recognise and appreciate the willingness of Korean people in the UK to support veterans and their needs.