Why Is Gangbuk-gu Launching the Youth Challenge Project Contest?

Call for Youth Projects on Local Public Issues, Youth Problems, and Improvement of Women's Safety, Welfare, and Culture... Eligible: Youth Groups or Gatherings of 3+ Members Living or Active in Gangbuk-gu

[Asia Economy Reporter Jong-il Park] Gangbuk-gu (Mayor Park Gyeom-su) is conducting the ‘2020 Gangbuk-gu Youth Challenge Project’ contest and is recruiting participating teams until February 7.

The project is promoted to provide young people with opportunities to actively participate in society and strengthen their capabilities. The district has allocated a total budget of 45 million KRW for this contest and plans to support up to 7 million KRW per project.

The themes include ▲discovering and revitalizing youth culture based in the local community ▲activating healthy youth communities ▲youth projects focused on improving women's safety, welfare, and culture ▲and other innovative ideas to solve various local public tasks and youth issues.

Applicants must be groups or gatherings of three or more youths aged 19 to 39 who reside or are active in Gangbuk-gu. Those wishing to participate should submit the application form and required documents by 6 p.m. on February 7 via email (macidda@gangbuk.go.kr) or by visiting the Gangbuk-gu Office Job and Economy Division.

More detailed information and necessary forms can be found or downloaded on the Gangbuk-gu Office website (www.gangbuk.go.kr → About Our District → Notice Board → Public Announcements).

The district will evaluate the effectiveness, originality, feasibility, and budget appropriateness of the projects and select recipients in April, followed by signing agreements.

In November, when the projects conclude, there will be a session for participants to share their project activities.

Last year, through the project, eight projects were selected and supported, including the busking program ‘Gangbuk-gu Begin Again Season 2,’ the shared dining program ‘Churining Brunch,’ and the daily verbal abuse healing program ‘Bad Words Research Group.’

Mayor Park Gyeom-su of Gangbuk-gu said, “This will be a great opportunity for young people themselves to participate in district administration as key agents in solving local public tasks and youth issues. We will actively support young people’s diverse and innovative ideas to bear the intended fruits. We hope for much interest and participation from the youth.”

For other inquiries related to the idea contest, please contact the Gangbuk-gu Office Job and Economy Division at ☎901-7252.

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