Gangjin-gun Produces and Distributes Cotton Masks for COVID-19 Response

Continuous Distribution of Finished Cloth Masks for Vulnerable Groups and Multi-Use Locations

Gangjin County has recruited 600 volunteers to independently respond to the mask shortage by producing 10,000 cloth masks and distributing them free of charge to multi-use facilities and low-income marginalized groups. (Photo by Gangjin County)

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Seo Young-seo] Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do announced on the 19th that it has recruited 600 volunteers to independently respond to the mask shortage caused by COVID-19, producing 10,000 cotton masks and distributing them free of charge to multi-use facilities and low-income marginalized groups as soon as the mask production is completed.

This cotton mask production is being promoted through talent donations from various groups including local volunteer organizations, women's groups, and multicultural families. Masks have been produced for 8 hours a day from the 10th until the 27th.

The cotton masks were initially distributed with five pure cotton filters packaged together, supplying 480 masks to 75 general restaurants in Gangjin-eup among multi-use facilities. As finished products become available, they plan to distribute them sequentially and frequently to low-income marginalized groups through volunteers every day.

Lee Bong-seok, chairman of the Volunteer Organization Council, said, “Thanks to the sacrifice and volunteer spirit of the volunteers, we have been able to distribute masks to those facing difficulties in the region,” adding, “We hope that the production and distribution of cotton masks will be a great help in overcoming the COVID-19 crisis.”

Lee Seung-ok, mayor of Gangjin-gun, said, “The community remains bright and healthy thanks to volunteers who take the lead more than anyone else in this crisis to create a clean and safe Gangjin,” and added, “I hope the cotton masks made with the heart and sincerity of loving neighbors will bring warm healing and comfort.”

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