Gwangju Employers Federation Supports Overseas Exploration Program for Vocational High Schools
The Gwangju Employers Federation announced on the 7th that it had recently attended the launch ceremony for the '2025 Bitgoeul Vocational Education Innovation District Local Companies Overseas Workplace Exploration Program', marking the start of full-scale support to enhance the global vocational competencies of local youth.
This program, jointly planned and promoted by the Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education and the Gwangju Employers Federation, is designed to provide students from local vocational high schools with opportunities to visit outstanding overseas industrial sites, helping them explore career paths and develop a global perspective.
The delegation will stay in T?rkiye for 8 days and 7 nights until the 14th, participating in a variety of activities, including visits to Howon Automotive's Turkey plant, Hyundai Motor’s Izmit plant, Istanbul University and Bursa Technical University, and a wreath-laying ceremony at the Korean War Memorial. In addition, the itinerary will include meetings with local companies, industrial site tours, and cultural experiences.
The Gwangju Employers Federation is supporting the delegation by covering accommodation, airfare, and program operation costs, and has led the coordination of visits to local industrial facilities through its member company network.
Furthermore, to ensure hands-on educational experiences, the federation has secured local guides and interpreters in advance and is taking thorough safety measures. The launch ceremony was attended by officials from the Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education, participating students and their parents, accompanying teachers, and Kim Dongchan, Vice President of the Gwangju Employers Federation.
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Vice President Kim Dongchan stated, "I hope this overseas exploration will serve as an opportunity for students to gain a practical understanding of and take on challenges in their future careers, beyond a simple field trip," adding, "The Gwangju Employers Federation will continue to actively cooperate to support the growth and career development of local youth."
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