Professionally Skilled Songpa-gu 5060 Middle-aged Adults Capable of Social Contribution Including Care and Learning Assistance

Songpa-gu Offers Social Contribution Opportunities for Middle-aged Professionals and Experienced Individuals... Recruiting 100 Participants in March
Support for Local Institutions and Organizations with Experts in Caregiving, Learning Assistance, and Library Services

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"As I got older, it became difficult to work as an instructor, but when I had the opportunity to use my talents to teach children, I felt happy thinking that I was a 'useful person."

This is the story of Mr. A, in his 60s, who participated in the Songpa-gu middle-aged social contribution activities last year and has returned to work as a piano instructor at a local children's center.

Songpa-gu (Mayor Seo Gang-seok) announced that it will actively promote the 'Social Contribution Activity Support Project' to support the 'second act of life' for middle-aged individuals like Mr. A.

The district has been operating the 'Middle-aged Social Contribution Activity Support Project' since 2021. It supports middle-aged people with expertise and experience to engage in social contribution activities at local institutions and organizations.

This year, 100 middle-aged participants who wish to work in fields such as ▲learning assistance ▲caregiving ▲library support will be recruited.

The district provides opportunities for participants to work as caregivers, learning assistants, librarians, etc., by matching them with local institutions based on their expertise and experience.

Mr. B, a former teacher in his 60s, found work that suits his experience through the middle-aged social contribution activity project and is currently working as a ballet instructor at the Kiwoom Center. He shared, "After retirement, I regained a sense of belonging and improved my personal self-esteem. Above all, I feel great fulfillment teaching children."

Applications are open to unemployed Songpa-gu residents aged 50 to under 70 (born between 1955 and 1975) who have at least 3 years of experience in their desired field or hold national or private certifications. Applications can be submitted through the Songpa-gu Office website in March.

Last year, 38 people participated, working at 17 institutions including local children's centers, Kiwoom Centers, and libraries. Participating institutions benefit from receiving qualified personnel with experience, while retirees gain opportunities for social contribution and income, creating a win-win effect highly praised by all.

Seo Gang-seok, Mayor of Songpa-gu, stated, "Middle-aged individuals are an important human resource that can help resolve the productivity crisis caused by low birth rates and aging. We will continue to explore various ways to utilize their careers and expertise socially and provide customized support for life redesign. We encourage many retired middle-aged people to participate."