Gangjin County Offers 'New Leap Opportunities' to Seniors

Job and Social Activity Support Project Launch Ceremony
2,270 Participants... Up 2.9% from Last Year

Gangjin County in Jeollanam-do (Governor Kang Jinwon) has taken the initiative to provide new opportunities for seniors to make a fresh start.

According to the county on the 19th, the ‘2025 Senior Job and Social Activity Support Project Launch Ceremony’ was held at the Grand Performance Hall of Gangjin Art Hall in Gangjin-eup on the 18th, marking the official start of the project. This year, 2,270 seniors will participate in the customized senior job project, a 2.9% increase from last year.

Approximately 700 people, including Governor Kang Jinwon, county officials, and seniors participating in the job program, attended the event, making it a great success. The first part of the ceremony began with the national pledge and introduction of guests, followed by a promotional video titled ‘Into Senior Jobs.’ Two representative seniors participating in the project recited a pledge, committing themselves to diligent work and responsible attitudes.

Gangjin County Governor Kang Jinwon and senior citizens participating in the 2025 Senior Job and Social Activity Support Project launch ceremony are performing a performance. Provided by Gangjin County

In addition, the attendees chanted a slogan symbolizing the positive aspects of senior employment: “Energized at work! Shining at work! Excited at work!” reaffirming their determination and readiness for a new start.

An Jongshil, one of the representative pledge-takers, stated, “I understand that the county has established various support policies for seniors, created jobs, and provided more welfare benefits than other cities and counties. I will perform my duties safely and faithfully to contribute, even in a small way, to the development of the region.”

Park Insun, a senior who participated in the event, said, “I will prove that I am still healthy in both body and mind. I will also work hard to help ensure the success of the county’s half-price travel policy and Gangjin County’s unique four-season festivals.”

The second part of the event featured training sessions aimed at promoting the health and safety of seniors and creating a safe working environment.

Governor Kang Jinwon said, “The senior job program is not just about providing jobs, but also about supporting healthy social activities for seniors and improving their quality of life. We will continue to do our best to create an environment where seniors can work safely and enjoyably.”

Gangjin County is not only expanding its senior job program for senior welfare but is also promoting laundry support services for seniors by establishing laundromats in welfare centers in towns and villages. Jachon-myeon is already operating, and Seongjeon-myeon is scheduled to open soon. The program will be gradually expanded to other towns and villages as well.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.