Six Individuals Who Shined in Gangbuk This Year... Recipients of the '2023 Gangbuk Resident Awards'

An Gi-cheol, Kim Chang-sun, Ki Guk-seo, Kim Nam-jin, Park Yong-ha, Kim Tae-ja 6 Recipients of the 2023 Gangbuk District Residents Award

Gangbuk-gu, Seoul (Mayor Lee Soon-hee) awarded the ‘Gangbuk Resident Award’ to six individuals who have shone in Gangbuk this year at the Gangbuk-gu Residents’ Sports Ground on the 14th, in celebration of the 27th Residents’ Day.

The ‘Gangbuk Resident Award’ is the most prestigious award given by the district. Each year, the district selects residents who have brightened the community through sacrifice and a spirit of service, practicing love for their neighbors, and after a strict review by a fair judging committee, presents this award.

This year’s six awardees are ▲ An Gi-cheol (male, age 62) ▲ Kim Chang-sun (male, age 63) ▲ Ki Guk-seo (male, age 71) ▲ Kim Nam-jin (male, age 75) ▲ Park Yong-ha (male, age 62) ▲ Kim Tae-ja (female, age 73).

First, An Gi-cheol, recipient of the Good Deeds Volunteer Award, has served as the head of the Village Vitality Resident Operation Group, contributing to the realization of a community society by participating in various volunteer activities such as promoting health-friendly and revitalized villages and creating safe neighborhoods.

Kim Chang-sun, recipient of the Model Family Award, has practiced filial piety by caring for his parents since his youth. Currently, three generations live together harmoniously, and he diligently patrols as a member of the neighborhood watch, setting an example for others.

Ki Guk-seo, recipient of the Culture and Arts Award, is one of the local artists in Gangbuk-gu who has directed many plays to date and participated in directing local events, providing high-quality artistic experiences and elevating the status of culture and arts in Gangbuk-gu.

Kim Nam-jin, recipient of the Sports Award, as president of the Odong Gateball Club, played a major role in creating sports facilities and environments in Odong Neighborhood Park, contributing to the expansion of community sports in Gangbuk-gu.

Park Yong-ha, recipient of the Model Entrepreneur Award, operates Aqua Sauna and practices social responsibility and ethical management through job creation, faithful tax payment, and social contributions. Based on his affection for the local community, he has participated in many volunteer activities, becoming a role model for other business owners.

Kim Tae-ja, recipient of the Social Welfare Award, as chairperson of the Beondong 5 Complex Comprehensive Social Welfare Center, planned and implemented various welfare projects for local residents facing difficulties, and has greatly contributed to the promotion of community welfare through continuous sharing and sponsorship.

Lee Soon-hee, Mayor of Gangbuk-gu, said, “With these proud awardees who have worked hard for the development of the local community, Gangbuk-gu will continue to develop further,” and added, “On behalf of the residents, I deeply thank the awardees who have contributed to the community in unseen places.”

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