Gwangju Superintendent Candidate Lee Jeong-seon: "May All Children Be Joyful and Happy"

100th Children's Day Celebration Message

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Lee Jeongseon, a preliminary candidate for Superintendent of Education of Gwangju Metropolitan City, sent a congratulatory message to children on the 100th Children's Day.

Through a press release on the 4th, the candidate said, "This year's Children's Day on May 5th marks the 100th celebration of Children's Day, and I hope all children have a joyful and happy day."

He stated, "Due to COVID-19, our children have not been able to play freely until now," and added, "At this time when daily life is being restored following the lifting of COVID-19 social distancing, I hope our children enjoy at least today."

He continued, "Although the 'disciplinary authority' clause was removed from the Civil Act last January, protection for children still suffering abuse remains insufficient, and the life satisfaction of children and adolescents aged 9 to 17 ranks lowest among OECD member countries," emphasizing, "Protecting children's human rights and guaranteeing children's rights is the best investment for the future, and we adults must do our best for this."

Meanwhile, the candidate proposed tailored pledges for infants and elementary school students, including ▲100% free education and childcare for infants ▲strengthening education and management to prevent child abuse and safety accidents ▲equal support for public and private kindergartens and daycare centers ▲providing free meals and snacks for infants ▲expanding all-day care (night care) ▲providing meals during school vacations ▲promoting free after-school education for elementary schools ▲increasing eco-friendly food in school meals to over 50% ▲using 100% eco-friendly building materials ▲conducting annual comprehensive school safety inspections.