"A City Where Youth Stay and Grow"... Candidate Lee Gwonjae Announces Youth Self-Reliance and Welfare Pledges

Lee Gwonjae, Candidate for Osan Mayor
Support for Driver's License Fees, Recovery for Reclusive Youth
Enlistment Grants and Cultural Streets
Announces "Youth Support Pledge"

Lee Gwonjae, candidate for Osan Mayor from the People Power Party, announced his "Youth Support Pledge," which includes support for low-income youth to obtain driver's licenses, expanded assistance for reclusive and isolated youth, enlistment grants, the creation of youth cultural streets, and the expansion of lifelong learning opportunities for working professionals.

Communication meeting with youth representatives. Photo provided by candidate Lee Gwonjae

The plan aims to strengthen the foundation for youth self-reliance and improve their quality of life, ultimately creating a city where young people choose to stay.

Candidate Lee stated, "The city's future depends on youth being able to live stably," adding, "We will make Osan a city where young people want to remain by implementing policies that reduce their financial burdens and broaden opportunities."

The driver's license acquisition support targets young people aged 18 to 39 who are recipients of basic livelihood security or belong to low-income households, helping them secure the mobility needed for employment and economic activities.

Lee emphasized, "A driver's license is often a basic requirement for employment," and added, "We will provide support to ensure that no one misses out on opportunities due to financial reasons."

Customized support for reclusive and isolated youth will also be strengthened.

Psycho-counseling and consultation centers will be operated, and programs for relationship restoration and participatory activities will help support youths' reintegration into society. These programs will be run as three-month courses, with participation required at least three times per week.

Lee said, "Reclusive youth are not just an individual issue but a challenge that society must address together," and added, "We will strengthen the social safety net through early identification and continuous support."

Enlistment grants in the form of local currency will also be provided to young people scheduled for military service.

For conscripted soldiers and social service agents who fulfill a minimum period of residence, a support payment of 100,000 won in local currency is planned.

Youth Communication Meeting. Photo courtesy of candidate Lee Kwonjae

Candidate Lee stressed, "The community should support young people even as they fulfill their national duties."

Youth cultural streets will also be created in connection with the development of Unamteul AI City.

The plan is to establish youth-focused cultural spaces around Jungang-dong and Daewon 1-dong, and to inject vitality into the area by operating various programs such as youth flea markets and networking events.

Lifelong learning programs for working professionals will also be expanded. Night and weekend classes will be offered at the eight local community centers to support career development and life transitions.

Candidate Lee Gwonjae stated, "Youth policy is an investment in the future," and continued, "We will help young people establish a foundation for self-reliance, restore social relationships, and grow."

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