Promoting "Voting Flags" and "Voting Bread"
Seogu District in Gwangju (headed by Mayor Kim Ikang) is drawing attention for launching a presidential election voting participation campaign using unique content in collaboration with Korea's master artisans.
Seogu District is gaining attention for launching a presidential election voting participation campaign using unique content in collaboration with masters Anyuseong and Maokcheon. Photo by Seogu District
According to Seogu District on May 19, Anyuseong (CEO of Gamaeilsik) and Maokcheon (CEO of Bebiere), both renowned masters and local pride, are leading an original campaign designed to attract voter interest.
Master Anyuseong is encouraging voting in a cheerful way by placing voting flags with the message "Enjoy your meal and be sure to vote on June 3!" on food menus such as the sashimi set meal served at his restaurant.
Anyuseong commented, "Some customers even take the flag as a souvenir after their meal," and added, "I hope this becomes an opportunity to remind people of the significance of voting along with the joy of eating."
Master Maokcheon, ahead of the presidential election, has launched a limited edition "voting bread." This unique menu item features a stamp resembling a marked ballot on the traditional red bean bread and the date "June 3" engraved on ciabatta, capturing the attention of voters.
Maokcheon said, "After being nominated for the voting encouragement challenge by Mayor Kim Ikang of Seogu District, I decided to create the 'voting bread' after much consideration," and added, "A single piece of bread is naturally reminding voters of the election date."
Through these lifestyle-oriented content initiatives that naturally remind people to vote in everyday local spaces, Seogu District is spreading the practice of democracy in daily life. The district also plans to continue fostering a culture of voluntary participation through various private sector collaborations in the future.
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