Hope Bridge and Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise Join Forces to Improve Young Business Environments

Hyunghoe Heo, Executive Vice President of the Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise, and Hoon Shin, Secretary General of Hope Bridge, are posing for a commemorative photo on the morning of the 23rd at the Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, during the support ceremony for the Youth Micro Enterprise Clean Care Project. Photo by Hope Bridge

Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association (Chairman Song Pilho) announced on the 23rd that it has partnered with the Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise (Chairman Song Chiyoung) to launch an environmental improvement project for young micro business owners. To this end, Hope Bridge visited the Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise in Yeongdeungpo-gu on this day and delivered 72 million won in support funds.

This project was established in response to the reality faced by young micro business owners who have started their businesses amid the dual challenges of economic recession and shrinking consumer spending. Hope Bridge plans to use this support fund to actively assist in improving business environments, including regular disinfection services and the installation of air purifiers.

An official from the Korea Federation of Micro Enterprise stated, "Environmental improvement is more than just support; it is the starting point for young people’s self-reliance and long-term growth potential," adding, "We will continue to seek various support measures that can provide practical assistance."

Hoon Shin, Secretary General of Hope Bridge, said, "Although most micro business owners are facing difficulties, young micro business owners are likely to experience even greater challenges due to a lack of initial capital and information," adding, "Through this project, we want to deliver a message of hope that many people are supporting and standing with them."