Gwangju Buk-gu Introduces Youth Autonomous Space ‘Jaeminazip’

Buk-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City, is introducing the youth autonomous space ‘Jaeminazip’ where residents can enjoy leisure and culture.

On the 29th, Buk-gu announced that it will complete the youth autonomous space creation project and hold an opening ceremony. The ceremony will take place from 4:30 PM to 5:20 PM on the first floor of Dasaroum Complex 2 in Seorim Village, Im-dong, where the youth autonomous space was established. About 50 local youths and residents will participate, with events including ‘project progress video viewing,’ ‘congratulatory symbolic ceremony,’ and ‘unveiling ceremony.’

Jaeminazip is a facility funded with 370 million KRW secured through Buk-gu’s selection in last year’s Gwangju city public contest. With the cooperation of Gwangju Urban Corporation for the location, it was created in a 137.9㎡ vacant space on the first floor of Dasaroum Complex 2 in Seorim Village, Im-dong, which has excellent accessibility for youth due to nearby educational institutions such as Seorim Elementary School and Bukseong Middle School, as well as large-scale apartment complexes.

The main facilities inside the space include ▲karaoke room ▲photo studio ▲game zone ▲VR experience zone ▲PC zone ▲book cafe ▲lounge, arranged by actively reflecting the opinions of youth to provide a place where they can comfortably relax anytime and support healthy leisure and cultural activities.

The youth autonomous space Jaeminazip is free to use for youths aged 9 to 18. Operating hours are from 1 PM to 8 PM Tuesday through Friday, and from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays.

Moon In, the head of Buk-gu Office, said, “We hope that the newly created youth autonomous space will become a landmark full of communication, rest, fun, and enjoyment through various experiences for local youth,” adding, “We will continue to do our best to create an environment where youths can grow up healthy and happy.”