Gwangju Buk-gu - Chonnam National University 'May First Neighborhood Flea Market' Held

From June 23 to 25 at Jeonnam National University Main Gate

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Mayor Moon In) announced on the 22nd that it will hold the ‘May First Neighborhood Flea Market,’ one of the urban regeneration New Deal projects, in collaboration with the Chonnam National University Regional Contribution Center.

‘May First Neighborhood’ refers to ‘the first neighborhood where the May 18th incident began’ and is used to denote the regional characteristics of the main gate area of Chonnam National University, which is the target site of the Buk-gu university town-type urban regeneration New Deal project.

This event was prepared to support the sales channels of young entrepreneurs who received startup support through the urban regeneration project and to revitalize the project area.

It will be held from 5 PM to 8 PM from the 23rd to the 25th at the main gate of Chonnam National University, the first historic site of the May 18th incident.

The flea market will feature startup companies located in the urban regeneration project area, local small business owners, Chonnam National University students, and external sellers showcasing various cultural, technological, and service products.

During the event, stage performances by Chonnam National University clubs and local art groups, as well as traditional play experience programs, are expected to add enjoyment to the event.

Meanwhile, Buk-gu plans to operate the event in compliance with COVID-19 prevention guidelines by installing quarantine booths at the venue and providing thermometers and hand sanitizers.

Mayor Moon In of Buk-gu said, “I hope this event will help young entrepreneurs and small business owners to some extent in developing sales channels,” and added, “We will continue to promote a vibrant urban regeneration project together with residents and young people.”

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