Gwangjin-gu to Host 2024 Gender Equality Week Commemorative Event

Celebration Ceremony Held on September 5 at Guui 2-dong Complex Building for Gender Equality Week (Sept 1-7)
Commendation for Meritorious Persons and Healing Talk Show with Residents in Two Parts
Various Programs Including Word Quiz and Traveling Puppet Show to Promote Gender Equality Culture Conducted

Gwangjin-gu (District Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) will hold the "2024 Gender Equality Week Commemoration Event" on the 5th at the Gu's Je2-dong Complex Building to mark the 29th Gender Equality Week.

Gender Equality Week is observed annually from September 1 to 7 and was established to realize the ideal of practical gender equality through harmonious development between men and women.

Accordingly, Gwangjin-gu holds a commemorative event every year to raise awareness of the importance of gender equality and to spread a culture of equality.

This year's event will be divided into two parts starting at 2 PM: Part 1 is a commemorative ceremony, and Part 2 is a Gender Equality Healing Talk Show. First, in Part 1, 16 individuals who have contributed to the promotion of gender equality will be awarded commendations. In Part 2, the talk show will provide an opportunity to share everyday experiences with the audience and deepen understanding of gender equality.

Residents who wish to participate in the commemorative event can apply online via phone or QR code through the Gwangjin-gu Family Center. Anyone interested in gender equality and residing in Gwangjin-gu can apply free of charge.

Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, said, "We have prepared this year's commemorative event more richly so that families and neighbors can share and communicate diverse perspectives on gender equality," adding, "Going forward, Gwangjin-gu will do its best to foster a culture of gender equality where all residents can enjoy equal rights and opportunities without discrimination."

In addition, Gwangjin-gu is conducting a "Gender Equality Word Quiz Event" until the 7th during Gender Equality Week, and until the 12th, a "Visiting Gender Equality Puppet Show" will be held for children at local daycare centers and kindergartens.