Gangnam-gu Welfare Facility Photo Book Wins Gold Award at International Business Awards

Over 3,800 Entries from 60 Countries Worldwide... 'Reborn through Elegant Welfare Space Aesthetics' Wins Top Government Award

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gangnam-gu (District Mayor Jeong Soon-gyun) received the Gold Award at the ‘2020 International Business Awards’ (IBA).

The International Business Awards is the only international competition in the industry held annually by the US-based Stevie Awards company, where individuals or public institutions worldwide can submit entries regardless of scale.

This year, over 3,800 entries were submitted from 60 countries around the world.

The project submitted by Gangnam-gu is a photo book titled ‘Reborn with Elegant Welfare Space Aesthetics,’ featuring on-site photos of space improvements at 16 social welfare facilities promoted since last year.

The harmony of interior and exterior design and storytelling of the welfare facilities received high praise.

After evaluation by 250 expert judges, winners were selected in 13 categories, and the district won the Gold Award in the government category. Due to the impact of COVID-19, the award ceremony originally scheduled to be held in Paris, France, will take place online on December 1.

Im Dong-ho, Director of the Welfare Policy Division, said, “Experts have evaluated Gangnam-gu’s elegant welfare facilities as ‘artistic remodeling prioritizing residents’ welfare.’ We will continue to focus on resident-tailored space improvement projects embodying the ‘Mimiwi spirit’ of cooperation, consideration, and respect.”

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