Gwanak-gu Youth Autonomous Council 'Modu' Launches

Open Recruitment for Youth Autonomous Council Members Until August 31...Discussion on Various Topics Including Youth Policy Proposals and District Resident Participatory Budget Applications

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gwanak-gu (Mayor Park Junhee) announced that it will form the 2020 Youth Autonomous Council 'Modu' to create a communication platform for youth.

The Youth Autonomous Council 'Modu' is an acronym for 'Gather and Knock,' a Gwanak Innovation Education District project designed to enhance youth understanding of local councils through hands-on experience in council operations, contributing to the development of cooperative character and the establishment of identity as local citizens.

The council operates by having participating youth select topics by standing committee through meetings with five local youth activist mentors and solve problems through exploration.

Additionally, through regular online meetings and activity sharing sessions, discussions will be held on youth policy proposals and applications for the district residents' participatory budget projects.

The recruitment target is middle and high school students enrolled in the district or youth aged 14 to 19 residing in the area, with a total of 30 participants. In response to the untact era due to COVID-19, the program will be conducted online.

The recruitment period is until the 31st of this month, and a non-face-to-face orientation is planned for September 2.

Youth wishing to participate can check the application methods on the Gwanak-gu Office website (News → Announcements → Gwanak News) and apply accordingly.

The district expects to contribute to supporting the autonomous formation and operation of the youth council, strengthening democratic citizenship capabilities among youth, and activating networks by expanding communication opportunities between youth and young adults in the region.

Mayor Park Junhee said, “I hope the Youth Autonomous Council ‘Modu’ will be a great opportunity for youth to strengthen their autonomous and democratic capabilities,” adding, “We will continue to do our best to create an environment that supports various activities of youth.”

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