Gwangju Seo-gu Delivers 'Ice Vests' to Elderly Recycling Collectors

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Shin Dong-ho] Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Mayor Seo Dae-seok) announced on the 4th that on the 3rd, they delivered ice vests to 79 elderly recycling collectors who are struggling to make a living by collecting waste paper or scrap metal to help them endure the heatwave.

Each of these elderly received one ice vest, along with an additional distribution of 25 quarantine masks and 10 pairs of safety gloves to ensure their safe work.

This ice vest support became possible following the enactment of the Recycling Collectors Support Ordinance in February, aimed at protecting the safety and health of vulnerable groups collecting recyclables.

An elderly recipient of the ice vest said, "I was worried and struggling about spending this unusually hot summer, so I am truly grateful to receive this unexpected gift."

Earlier, at the end of last year, Seo-gu also designated a donation of 5 million won to the Community Chest of Korea from about 20 public officials belonging to the Cleaning Administration Department, requesting the funds be used to purchase winter clothing for elderly waste paper collectors.

A Seo-gu official said, "We hope this ice vest support will be a small help to the elderly enduring the hot summer," and added, "We will continue to pay attention and provide support so that the elderly can work healthily and safely."

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Shin Dong-ho sdhs6751@asiae.co.kr

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