‘Successful Hosting of Mokpo Literature Expo’ Volunteers and Cultural Interpreters Join Forces

Mokpo Literature Museum and Original Downtown Area Visitor Information Support

On the 27th, the Mokpo City Cultural Tourism Interpreter Training was held at Mokpo City Hall. Photo by Mokpo City

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Jeong Seunghyun] The 2021 Mokpo Literature Expo is preparing for a successful event with cultural tourism interpreters and volunteers.

On the 29th, the city announced that the Mokpo Literature Expo, the first of its kind nationwide with literature as its theme, will be held under the slogan "Mokpo, from the Beginning of Modern Korean Literature to the Cradle of Future Literature" from the 7th to the 10th of next month. A total of 109 diverse programs including exhibitions, events, and performances will take place throughout Mokpo, including the Mokpo Literature Museum area, the old downtown, and Peace Square.

The city conducted a training session on the 27th for 28 cultural tourism interpreters to ensure the Literature Expo becomes a venue to showcase Mokpo's charm.

The city invited a professional instructor to provide training on cultivating a friendly mindset under the theme "Creating a Friendly Mokpo," sharing effective methods for greeting tourists, communication, and leaving a positive impression. Additionally, detailed information about the expo schedule, exhibitions, literary events, performances, lectures, and experiential programs was provided.

A city official stated, "We expect the Mokpo Literature Expo, the first of its kind nationwide, to be successfully held through the dedicated efforts of cultural tourism interpreters working on the front lines as experts in Mokpo tourism," and added, "We will continue to provide education to strengthen the capabilities of cultural tourism interpreters to widely promote Mokpo's charm."

On the 28th, a volunteer kickoff ceremony for the Mokpo Literature Expo was held with about 40 volunteers in attendance, where an overall introduction to the Literature Expo and friendliness training were conducted.

More than 160 volunteers will engage in various volunteer activities such as guiding visitors, controlling access, providing experiential guidance, and supporting operations throughout the expo venues including the Mokpo Literature Museum area and Mokwon-dong area.

Mayor Kim Jongsik of Mokpo said, "I thank the volunteers and cultural tourism interpreters who will lead the welcoming of visitors with warm smiles and kindness," and added, "We will create a successful Literature Expo based on broad civic participation and cooperation."

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