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www.groovekorea.com / May 2014 80 Edited by Elaine Ramirez (elaine@groovekorea.com) ryDiA Kim, riGHts Activist AnD FAsHion EntrEprEnEur Column by Wilfred Lee / Photos courtesy of Rydia Kim W ith entrepreneurialism in her veins, Rydia Kim has slow- ly created a unique empire with her fashion line, Varyd, aiming to go against the superficiality of modern Korean fashion. She is also a brave voice for human rights with the organizations Disruptive Voices and soon-to-be-launched The Shield. Artist’s Journey’s Wilfred Lee sat down with Kim to discuss tak- ing risks and blossoming into the person you’re made to be. Artist’s Journey brings you daily doses of inspiration, including weekly podcasts featuring artists from around the globe. Learn more at facebook.com/myartistsjourney or www.artistsjourney.org. — Ed. INSIGHT