Gyeongbuk Yeongyang Office of Education Secures 2.1 Billion KRW in '多多益善' External Funding... Exceeds Previous Year by 109%

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[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Gwiyeol] The Gyeongbuk Yeongyang Office of Education announced on the 22nd that it secured a total of 2.16 billion KRW in external funding in 2021, exceeding the previous year by 109%.

The Yeongyang Office of Education actively worked to attract investment by holding more than four meetings annually with related organizations to promote local government educational investment and ensure stable educational finances.

Last year, it secured approximately 2.1 billion KRW in project funds, including 1.4 billion KRW for educational environment improvement projects, 450 million KRW for free school meals, 150 million KRW for eco-friendly agricultural products, and 100 million KRW for scholarships, laying the foundation for creating diverse educational infrastructure.

Director Lee Kyung said, “The interest and passion of local governments and related organizations are producing good results,” adding, “We will continuously communicate with the local community to seek better educational measures and strive to improve the educational environment and nurture future talents.”