Why Did Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, Award the Model Youth Commendation?

Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, Presents Awards at the District Office Auditorium on the 31st

66 Model Youth Recognized for Academic Achievement, Good Deeds, Filial Piety, and Volunteer Work, Spreading Positive Influence Around Them

Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) held the "2023 Gwangjin-gu Model Youth Award Ceremony" at the Gwangjin-gu Office auditorium on the 31st.

In celebration of Youth Month in May, the district organized this event to encourage and honor exemplary youth in the community who spread positive influence around them.

The model youth are students who demonstrate diligence and sincerity in their studies or serve as role models through good deeds, filial piety, and volunteer work. A total of 66 students were selected based on recommendations from principals of 35 local elementary, middle, high, and special schools, as well as the director of the Dream School Out-of-School Youth Support Center.

The award ceremony was attended by Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, 41 award recipients, and about 60 parents and others.

Mayor Kim Kyung-ho said, "I am proud that you young people are growing up to be so upright and excellent. I hope you exercise regularly, read many books, and have a grateful heart toward those around you."

He continued, "You are never alone. There are always adults around who can help you," and encouraged, "Please remember that Gwangjin-gu is also by your side."

Gwangjin-gu is implementing various youth policies, including ▲supporting educational expenses to create a future-oriented educational environment ▲expanding cultural and sports facilities ▲communication outings in front of schools ▲youth participation committees ▲hosting youth harmony events ▲supporting youth club activities ▲Gwangjin-style Hope Learning ▲and operating career and job experience support centers.

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