'STOP COVID19' ... Gangbuk-gu Creates COVID-19 Symbol Mark

Reflecting the Meaning of Overcoming COVID-19 Wisely with Residents... Also Signifying the Normalization of Masks... Utilizing Multi-Channel Promotional Media Such as Video Sharing Services, Social Media, and Various Promotional Materials

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangbuk-gu (District Mayor Park Kyum-soo) announced that it has created a symbol mark embodying the district's commitment to COVID-19 prevention and will actively utilize it.

The symbol reflects the district's determination to overcome COVID-19 wisely with heightened vigilance, represented through a mask design. In particular, the virus image on the mask is crossed out diagonally, conveying two meanings.

First, it signifies that any difficulty can be overcome together with the residents. It is said to express the driving force of the community spirit demonstrated by the mature civic mindset of the residents, helping to overcome numerous crises.

Second, it embodies the meaning that each resident should normalize mask-wearing as a key part of daily life to prevent the spread of infectious diseases within the community.

A district official explained the background of the creation, saying, "There was a consideration to visualize the idea that wearing masks is the easiest and most powerful vaccine to prevent infectious diseases."

The district plans to actively use the COVID-19 overcoming symbol mark across various channels such as newsletters, SNS, the official website, internet broadcasting stations, and various promotional materials.

Gangbuk-gu Mayor Park Kyum-soo said, "The first step in COVID-19 prevention was the voluntary cooperation and participation of residents," adding, "We will respond meticulously to prevent the spread of infectious diseases based on the trust and communication with the residents."

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