Gijang County in Busan Holds 'Self-Sufficiency Project Performance Report Meeting'... "Further Strengthening the Foundation for Regional Independence"

Donation of Funds by Self-Sufficiency Enterprises and Awards for Outstanding Participants
New Job Creation and Health Support Programs Receive Positive Reviews

Gijang County (Governor Jung Jongbok) announced on December 3 that the "2025 Self-Sufficiency Project Performance Report Meeting" organized by the Gijang Regional Self-Sufficiency Center (Director Lee Sunju) was successfully held at the Chasung Art Hall of Gijang County Office on December 1.

The event was attended by approximately 150 people, including Governor Jung Jongbok, Park Hongbok, Chairman of the Gijang County Council, residents participating in the self-sufficiency projects, center staff, and representatives from self-sufficiency enterprises. At the venue, the main achievements of this year's self-sufficiency projects were shared, outstanding participants were awarded, performance reports were presented, and performances were enjoyed, creating a space for communication among participants and staff. Notably, the self-sufficiency enterprises Our Neighborhood Laundry and The Cleaner Environment made donations to support neighbors in need.

This year, the Gijang Regional Self-Sufficiency Center has actively supported the economic independence of low-income residents through various self-sufficiency programs. The establishment of the self-sufficiency enterprise Dada Tech created new jobs and invigorated the local economy, while the comprehensive health checkup program "Healthy Body, Strong Mind," operated to manage participants' health, received a very positive response.

Additionally, by providing equipment support to the new caf? business group, the center established a foundation for participants to acquire practical skills and prepare for employment or entrepreneurship, which was evaluated as a tangible achievement.

Director Lee Sunju stated, "Thanks to the continuous support from participating residents, staff, and the county, we were able to achieve meaningful results," and added, "We will strengthen systematic support to build a sustainable foundation for self-reliance."

Governor Jung Jongbok said, "I would like to express my gratitude and encouragement to the participants and staff who have achieved remarkable results this year," and added, "We will provide unwavering support so that the Gijang Regional Self-Sufficiency Center can become a place of hope that supports residents' new challenges and economic independence."

The Gijang Regional Self-Sufficiency Center operates a variety of self-sufficiency programs, including self-sufficiency work projects, youth self-reliance challenge projects, asset-building support projects, gateway projects, and support for self-sufficiency enterprises. Currently, about 130 residents are participating in 15 self-sufficiency work project groups and 3 self-sufficiency enterprises.

The Gijang Regional Self-Sufficiency Center is holding a 2025 Self-Sufficiency Project Performance Report Meeting and taking a commemorative photo.

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