Kim Dong-yeon "Promoting Expansion of Senior Jobs and Increase in Community Center Operating Expenses"

Kim Dong-yeon, Governor of Gyeonggi Province (center), is pinning a carnation on an elderly person at the '51st Parents' Day' commemorative event held on the 10th at Suwon Noblesse Wedding Convention.

Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon stated on the 10th at the '51st Parents' Day' commemorative event held at Suwon Noblesse Wedding Convention that he would actively promote the expansion of jobs for the elderly and the increase of operating expenses for senior centers.

Governor Kim said, "My mother tells me I am a filial son to please me, but I consider myself an unfilial son. How can I express in words the hardships my mother endured raising four children alone when she was young and her love for her children?" He emphasized, "I pray that every senior here experiences each day ahead as the most brilliant and happiest time of their lives, a true Hwaryangyeonhwa (花樣年華)."

He added, "We will do our best to serve the elderly. This year, we have increased jobs for seniors by more than 10,000 compared to last year and have various plans such as raising operating expenses for senior centers. We will also create participation tickets for sports events so that seniors can enjoy cultural activities healthily."

The event proceeded with a carnation pinning ceremony expressing respect and gratitude, followed by an award ceremony where 17 individuals, including Park Min-cheol from Suwon City, were recognized for filial piety and distinguished parental contributions with commendations from the Governor, the Chairperson of the Provincial Council, and the President of the Korean Senior Citizens Association.

Meanwhile, the population aged 65 and over in the province is about 2,038,000, accounting for 14.9% of the total population of approximately 13.6 million. The province is implementing various welfare policies to ensure that seniors can lead healthy and comfortable lives. In particular, recognizing that steady physical activity, social relationships, and the fulfillment of working are important factors for seniors' health and happiness, Gyeonggi Province has significantly expanded senior jobs to 100,000 by investing its own budget.

Additionally, efforts are being made to revitalize senior welfare centers and senior centers, and the operation of 'Senior Center Supporters' to bridge the digital divide is being expanded to provide on-site digital device usage education. Furthermore, for seniors and disabled individuals who find it difficult to watch sports games regularly, 'Opportunity Game Viewing Tickets' have been created to support viewing opportunities for these socially marginalized groups.

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