Guro-gu Hosts 'Gender Equality Content Contest'

Video Created on the Theme of 'Gender Equality in Daily Life'... No Format Restrictions Including Interviews, Documentaries, and Dramas

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Guro-gu (Mayor Lee Seong) is hosting a ‘Gender Equality Content Contest.’

On the 10th, Guro-gu announced, “We are conducting the ‘Gender Equality Content Contest’ to raise awareness of gender equality culture and expand consensus.”

This contest is themed ‘Gender Equality in Daily Life’ and covers topics such as ▲What gender equality means to me ▲Examples of practicing gender equality within family, school, and workplace ▲Ways to transform and spread gender-discriminatory elements or gender stereotypes in daily life into gender-equal awareness ▲Solutions to gender conflicts and disputes ▲Lives and achievements of lesser-known historical female figures of Guro ▲The necessity of policy formulation and facility improvements reflecting gender differences ▲Other topics related to gender equality.

The contest accepts original creative works in video format. There are no restrictions on format, including interviews, documentaries, dramas, music videos, etc.

Any resident in the district can participate, either individually or in teams of up to four members. Those wishing to participate should send their self-produced video files and application forms via email to the person in charge (jimbabu@guro.go.kr), or visit or mail them to the Women’s Policy Division of the district office.

The submission period is from the 21st to the 28th of this month, and entries received by 6 PM on the deadline day will be accepted. For detailed information including the application form, please refer to the district office website.

Guro-gu will select 10 outstanding works based on topic relevance, artistic quality, and creativity. The grand prize winner (individual or team) will receive 1,000,000 KRW, four silver prize winners will each receive 500,000 KRW, and five bronze prize winners will each receive 200,000 KRW.

In celebration of Gender Equality Week (September 1?7), Guro-gu awarded commendations to contributors to gender equality. Ten individuals were selected across three fields: realization of gender equality, expansion of women’s social participation, and strengthening of human rights and safety. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, the awards were delivered individually without a separate ceremony.

A Guro-gu official stated, “We are striving to create a Guro where everyone is happy without gender discrimination,” and added, “We hope many residents will show interest and participate in this contest to promote a culture of gender equality.”

Guro-gu Office Women’s Policy Division

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