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KAB Team

Sophie Jonot

President

- Region of origin: Gangwon Province (강원도) & Brussels (a true ‘Brusseleir’, a true ‘zinneke’!)
- MBTI: ENTJ-A (Dynamic, intuitive, rational, assertive and a team player)
- Favourite Korean proverb: “가는 말이 고와야 오는 말이 곱다.” Literal translation: “The words that go out must be beautiful for the words that come back to be beautiful.” Favourite Korean dish: Gimbap (김밥) Motto: “To welcome, share and help our community flourish together.” 
 
“My daily life revolves around hospitality, welcoming others and sharing. As President of KAB, I channel all this energy into a project that is particularly close to my heart, prioritising mutual support, openness and a warm, friendly atmosphere.”


Sandra De Saedeleir

Vice-President

- Korean name: Kim Jin-hee (김진희)
- Region of origin: Mokpo (adopted at the age of 5 months)
- MBTI : ENFP-T
- Favourite Korean expression: ‘정신 차려!’ (Pull yourself together! / Wake up!)                                                                                   
Favourite Korean dish: Kimchi Jjigae (김치찌개)

« I joined KAB to help build a warm and caring community where every person adopted from Korea can share their unique story and find a true sense of belonging. »                   

Our association exists thanks to the completely voluntary investment of our team. Everyone offers their time without any salary or privilege

Valérie Maquinay

Treasurer

Korean Name: Han Hyun Mee (한현미)
- Hometown: Masan (adopted at age 2.5) | Grew up in Verviers, now lives in Mons
- MBTI Traits: Loyal, empathetic, generous, and wholehearted—she gives her all, with all her heart, but without letting anyone take advantage of her!
- Favorite Korean proverb: “세월은 사람을 기다려주지 않는다.” Literal translation: Time waits for no one.
- Favorite Korean dish: Jajangmyeon (짜장면)
- Motto: “It doesn’t take much to be happy.”

« I work as an accounting assistant, and I put all my energy into ensuring that my work within KAB is done with rigor and efficiency in service of our community.  »   
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Ok-Mae Rouzeeuw

Secretary, Communication Manager & Support and Guidance Coordinator

Region of origin / place of residence: Adopted in Brussels, lives in the Waterloo area
Career Path: Client Relations and Operations Manager in the Banking Sector

« Hello everyone! As a Korean adoptee, my main role within KAB is to listen to you and answer all your questions, guide you, and assist you in your processes. Because we share the same story, there is no distance between us: I am here to inform you, support you, and follow up on your requests at every step. You are no longer alone in this adventure! »