Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju 'Yaho Center' Supports Youth Play Online

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Gwangsan District, Gwangju Metropolitan City (District Mayor Kim Samho) announced on the 17th that it will conduct an online non-face-to-face cultural arts program called ‘CONNECT (Connect) - Yaho’ at the Wolgok-dong Youth Culture House ‘Yaho Center,’ which youth can enjoy at home.

This program was planned with the purpose of relieving psychological contraction and stress such as depression, anxiety, and boredom experienced by many youths due to the prolonged temporary closure of the Yaho Center caused by COVID-19.

As the program name means ‘connection,’ the Yaho Center plans to provide various play methods through online videos to youths using the center.

In addition, a total of 50 sets of 11 types of related play kits will be lent on a first-come, first-served basis upon application and visit to the center.

The play kits include the Yaho Center’s upcycled play ‘Kkokkio-mok,’ clay modeling play ‘Eonneungttukttak Gwan@Sang,’ custom image order ‘Art Makers Maenggeo MDF Art Puzzle,’ as well as 7 types of board games.

Yaho Center will also distribute one self-made cotton mask with a replaceable filter to those who rent the play kits.

A Yaho Center official said, “This program was prepared to communicate with youths who may be exhausted due to the long closure and to maintain relationships. We will continue to plan projects that ensure both the fun and safety of youths.”

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