Sunday, August 25, 2013

Sooyoung Volunteers for Korean Retinitis Pigmentosa Society

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On August 24th, Sooyoung volunteered for an event held by the Korean Retinitis Pigmentosa Society (KRPS), a non-profit organization that provides aid to those suffering from retinitis pigmentosa, a set of rare genetic eye diseases. Amidst her busy schedule and many overseas activities, Sooyoung actively made time to support the KRPS and her father, Choi Jeong-nam, who is the head of this organization. In the pictures, Sooyoung is seen taking care of the food distribution for the attendees, holding a speech with her father, and cheerfully talking to the attendees.

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On April 14, 2012, Taeyeon, Tiffany, Sooyoung, and Seohyun were appointed ambassadors for the KRPS. Soshified supported the KRPS as well by donating a total amount of $15,103 to commemorate Girls’ Generation’s fifth anniversary. On September 19th, 2012, Sooyoung’s father, sent a letter of appreciation to Soshified to thank Soshified for its contributions.

Sooyoung has spoken several times about retinitis pigmentosa and most recently talked about it in aninterview for “Elle” magazine.

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