About WATKAA

The Washington-Tacoma Korean American Association was founded on March 20, 1977, as the Tacoma Korean Association.

Beginning with its first president, Nam Pyo Park, and through the dedication of past leaders and community members, WATKAA has served the Korean American community of the Tacoma area for nearly half a century.

In 2026, the association is led by its 49th President, Kyung Vincent.