Hanwha Asset Management announced on June 26 that CEO Kim Jongho has participated in the "Relay Campaign to Raise Awareness of Population Issues," organized by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea Human Resources Development Institute for Health and Welfare.
The campaign to raise awareness of population issues was established to enhance public understanding and build consensus on the problems of population decline and aging. Since October last year, starting with the Ministry of Health and Welfare, various public and private organizations have been participating in a relay format.
CEO Kim was nominated by Hanwha Investment & Securities CEO Han Doohee. Kim nominated Korea Investment Corporation (KIC) and Hanwha Savings Bank as the next participants.
Hanwha Asset Management has introduced and operates a variety of systems to support work-life balance for its employees. Key family-friendly initiatives include: the "Moms Package" for pregnant employees; support for infertility treatment expenses and leave; the "Daddy Parental Leave" system for fathers; scholarships from kindergarten through university; and before-and-after-school care leave.
Hanwha Asset Management was recognized for its efforts by being selected as a "Korea Job Creation Leading Company" by the Ministry of Employment and Labor. The company is deeply aware of the impact of low birth rates and population aging on the sustainability of society, and plans to expand internal welfare programs for employees as a result of participating in the campaign.
CEO Kim stated, "Active interest and involvement in solving population issues are necessary for the sustainable growth of our society," adding, "I hope this campaign will be the beginning of empathy and a catalyst for change." He continued, "Beyond simply providing welfare, we will strive to create an environment where employees and their families can feel secure and plan for the future."
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