Gwangju Seo-gu Launches 'Safe Fence' Project to Protect Children's Safety

Safe Stores, Guardians, and Informers

Building a Comprehensive Protection System

Establishing a Community-Based Child Safety Net

Gwangju Seo-gu District is set to fully implement the "Safe Fence Project" aimed at preventing crimes against children and strengthening local safety.

This project, centered on Sangmu 2-dong, is being promoted in collaboration with the police, elementary schools, and local businesses. Its goal is to create a community-based safety net under the slogan "Children's Smiles, Protected by the Village's Safe Fence," ensuring that children can receive immediate protection in times of crisis.

Seo-gu will designate and operate various local establishments around elementary school commuting routes in Sangmu 2-dong—including restaurants, convenience stores, cafes, pharmacies, hair salons, and private academies—as "Smart Safe Stores." These stores will provide a safe space for children inside the premises during emergencies and contact parents and the police as needed.

Seo-gu, Gwangju is launching the creation of a 'Safe Fence' to protect children.
[Photo by Seo-gu Office, Gwangju]

Additionally, a "Village Safety Guardian" program will be operated, involving seniors from local senior centers. These seniors will monitor child safety and report any unusual situations while stationed near school routes during after-school hours. Their participation will help establish a constant protection system and strengthen the intergenerational care function within the community.

At the same time, local self-governing bodies such as the residents' council and heads of neighborhood associations will take the lead in expanding safety activities based on community participation. This includes promoting enhanced patrols, providing safety information, and reporting potential hazards to help reduce safety blind spots in the area.

Hong Songlim, the head of Sangmu 2-dong, stated, "It is important to create an environment where children can receive immediate help in times of crisis," adding, "We will continue to expand community-based safety policies that reflect local characteristics, striving to create an environment where citizens can feel safe."

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