Positive Response to Gwangju On Special Event Sharing the Spirit of May 18

City Expands Interest in May 18 Through 'Quiz and Comment Event'
Citizens Share Comments on the Meaning and Value of May Gwangju

Gwangju City received continued support from citizens for the 'Gwangju On (ON)' special event held to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement. Photo by Gwangju City

To mark the 45th anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement, Gwangju City received continued interest and support from citizens for a special event held on its online civic communication platform, 'Gwangju On (ON)'.

According to the city on May 16, from May 13 to 15, Gwangju On hosted a quiz and comment participation event under the theme "Let's Remember the Spring of Gwangju 45 Years Ago," attracting participation from more than 5,100 citizens.

Through their comments, citizens shared a wide range of thoughts, from messages such as "Let us not forget and always remember the spirit of May 18" and "A history that must be passed on to future generations" to personal experiences like "Frightening and sad memories I had as an elementary school student." There were also responses such as "I will attend the commemorative event with my first grandchild" and "I am very excited about the creation of the May Tent Village."

The city selected 100 participants each from among those who answered the quiz correctly and those who left comments to receive coffee coupons, and awarded Gwangju On mileage points to all quiz participants, encouraging ongoing use of the platform by citizens.

Son Myunghee, head of the Civic Communication Division, said, "It was moving to see citizens come together to commemorate and share the May 18 Democratic Movement, which is both a painful part of Gwangju's history and a proud democratic legacy," adding, "We will continue to expand opportunities for communication with citizens through various channels in the future."

Meanwhile, 'Gwangju On (ON)' is an online communication platform where any citizen can directly participate in policy proposals, surveys, and discussions, serving as a channel for citizens' opinions to be directly reflected in city administration.

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