Selection of Nominees for the 40th Eunpyeong Awards

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Eunpyeong-gu (Mayor Kim Mi-kyung) is seeking candidates for the ‘40th Eunpyeong Award,’ which is given to residents who have devoted themselves to the development of the district and enhanced its honor.

The ‘Eunpyeong Award,’ established in 1981, is the most prestigious award that Eunpyeong residents can receive. The names and birthdates of the selected recipients are engraved on a plaque and permanently preserved at the district office. So far, 145 recipients from 11 organizations have been honored over 39 ceremonies.

The award categories include Filial Piety Award, Volunteer Award, Businessperson Award, Beautiful Donation Award, and Special Award, totaling five categories. Candidates can be recommended by the head of the local administrative neighborhood office, district council members, heads of institutions or organizations, or individuals (requiring signatures from at least 10 household heads aged 20 or older residing in Eunpyeong-gu).

This year, marking the 40th ceremony, candidate recommendations will be accepted from August 3 to August 21, and the recipients will be selected through a rigorous review by the ‘Eunpyeong Award Merit Review Committee,’ composed of experts.

The awards will be presented at the ‘Eunpyeong Residents’ Day Ceremony’ scheduled for October 8.

Kim Mi-kyung, Mayor of Eunpyeong-gu, said, “The Eunpyeong Award is the most valuable and honorable award given to Eunpyeong residents. We ask all residents to actively recommend those who have devoted themselves to the development of our district and the unsung heroes who warmly brighten our community.”

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