Seo-gu Supports Residential Safety for Women with 'Safety Kits'

Distribution of Six Types of Self-Defense and Security Items
Recruiting 50 Households Until September 4

Gwangju Seo-gu supports 'Safety Kits' consisting of self-defense and security items to prevent crimes targeting vulnerable groups in residential safety, such as single women households. Provided by Seo-gu Office

Seo-gu District in Gwangju Metropolitan City is taking steps to prevent crimes targeting vulnerable groups in residential safety, such as single women households. Seo-gu will provide 'Safety Kits' consisting of self-defense and security items that anyone can easily use.

This initiative was designed to support households that face installation limitations for front-door CCTV due to environmental constraints, such as the absence of Wi-Fi. The Safety Kit consists of six items: an LED safety whistle, self-defense spray, parcel label eraser, two window locks, a double lock for the front door, and a mini fire extinguisher.

The support targets a total of 50 households, including single women households, single-parent families, and women who have been victims of crime, all residing in Seo-gu.

Applications will be accepted from August 19 to September 4, 2025. Applicants should prepare the required documents posted in the notices section of the Seo-gu Office website and submit them in person to the Gender Equality and Child Welfare Division at Seo-gu Office or their local administrative welfare center, or via email.

Earlier this year in January, Seo-gu implemented the 'Single Women Household Safety Support Project,' which provided support for the use of CCTV, emergency bells, and emergency dispatch service fees to address blind spots in women's safety.

Kang Misuk, head of the Gender Equality and Child Welfare Division, stated, "We hope the Safety Kit will ease the concerns of vulnerable groups in residential safety, such as single women households, and provide practical help in crime prevention." She added, "Going forward, we will continue to expand everyday safety nets that residents can truly feel, and lead efforts to make Seo-gu a women-friendly city where everyone can live with peace of mind."

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