Mission & Vision
The mission of KOSMO Foundation (Korean Sports Medical Organization) is to contribute to the development of sports and culture. It trains people and builds systems so that athletes and artists can develop their abilities in a safe, supportive environment, with sports medical team education at the center.
Mission
We contribute to the development of sports and culture.
Vision
We train the people and build the systems that help athletes and artists develop their abilities in a safe, supportive environment.
How we put it into practice
- We educate medical professionals who can protect athletes in sports settings, and introduce internationally recognized curricula.
- We explore diverse ways of giving support so that student athletes can commit to their sport with peace of mind.
- Through cultural and arts events, we broaden cultural infrastructure in many forms.
- We cooperate with a wide range of sports organizations to broaden the base of sport.
Why pitch-side medical education?
When a serious injury happens in a game, the decisions made in the few minutes before the ambulance arrives can shape the outcome. Those minutes belong to team doctors, team nurses and athletic trainers. The foundation places sports medical team education — helping them assess, treat and transfer athletes to the same standards — at the center of its work.
Support for injured athletes
Early diagnosis and proper rehabilitation are essential for young athletes, yet some miss the right time for treatment because of cost or lack of information. Through its Student Athlete Support program, the foundation reviews applications and helps pay treatment costs for injured student athletes, and works to prevent injuries through instructor education.
Purpose of the foundation
The purpose of the foundation is defined in its articles of incorporation.
Seven programs that put our mission into practice
Frequently asked questions
Why was KOSMO Foundation established?
The foundation's mission is to contribute to the development of sports and culture. It trains people and builds systems so that athletes and artists can develop their abilities in a safe, supportive environment, with sports medical team education at the center. The exact purpose is set out in the articles of incorporation, which the foundation plans to publish in a Transparency section of this website.
What is the foundation's core program?
The core program is Sports Medical Team Education for team doctors, sports physicians, team nurses and athletic trainers. It includes the PHICIS course (planned for 2027), education, seminars and workshops for sports physicians, and support for attending World Rugby courses. Alongside it, the foundation runs orthopedic specialist development, fitness and Pilates instructor education, elite athlete nutrition support, leadership training, cultural and arts programs, and student athlete support — seven programs in all. Medical support for injured student athletes is part of Student Athlete Support.
Why is a sports medicine foundation needed?
Early diagnosis and proper rehabilitation are essential for young athletes, yet cost and lack of information sometimes delay treatment. The foundation aims to provide both access to treatment and prevention education, grounded in sports medicine expertise.
Who sets the foundation's mission?
The board of directors and the chairman set the foundation's mission and vision in line with the purpose in its articles of incorporation. The list of board members will be posted on the Leadership & Board page once confirmed.
How can I take part in the mission?
You can take part through regular or one-time donations to the foundation, athlete sponsorship designated to medical support for injured student athletes, or corporate and group giving. See the Donate section.