Seongbuk-gu Promotes Creation of Women-Safe University Districts

Application of Special Fluorescent Material on Window Frames and Gas Pipes, Installation of Solar LED Guide Signs and Emergency Bell Signs

A utility pole with an emergency bell sign attached

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Seongbuk-gu, home to the largest number of universities nationwide, is promoting a Women’s Safety University District project.

Since last September, around 1,300 one-room apartments and houses in major university areas including Korea University, Kookmin University, Dongduk Women’s University, Seokyeong University, Sungshin Women’s University, Korea National University of Arts, and Hansung University have been treated with special fluorescent substances applied to window frames and gas pipes to alleviate safety concerns.

The special fluorescent substance is difficult to detect with the naked eye and does not easily wash off after contact with skin or clothing, making it useful as evidence during fingerprint and footprint analysis.

A Seongbuk-gu official stated, “This will be effective in preemptively preventing crimes by deterring offenders’ criminal intent, particularly sexual crimes and violent theft.”

The project also includes installing Solar LED guide signs and emergency bell signs on inconspicuous facilities to enhance visibility.

Lee So* (23), who lives near Sungshin Women’s University, welcomed the initiative, saying, “Safety is the biggest concern when living alone, and I feel reassured every time I see the fluorescent light on the gas pipes outside my house and the lighting and signs on the alley utility poles.”

Seongbuk-gu Mayor Lee Seung-ro said, “A city where the vulnerable are safe is a city where all members are safe. We will do our best to build a more thorough everyday safety net in every alley to create a Seongbuk where everyone can live with peace of mind and happiness.”

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