Gyeonggi-do Economic Science Promotion Agency Holds Roundtable on Strategies to Foster and Support Women in Science and Technology on July 24

On July 24, the Gyeonggi-do Economic Science Promotion Agency held an expert roundtable at the Suwon Ramada Plaza Hotel under the theme of "Exploring Strategies to Foster and Support Women in Science and Technology in Gyeonggi-do." The agency began working on policies to ensure the sustainable growth of women in science and technology within the province.

This roundtable was organized to address the issue of career interruptions faced by women working in science and technology, and to explore practical support measures for career development and strengthening research and development capabilities.

Based on the outcomes of this roundtable, the agency will publish a research report on "Strategies to Foster and Support Women in Science and Technology in Gyeonggi-do" by the end of this year.

Gyeonggi-do Economic Science Promotion Agency held an expert meeting on the 24th at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in Suwon under the theme "Exploring Measures to Foster and Support Women Scientists and Engineers in Gyeonggi-do." Participants are taking a commemorative photo. Provided by Gyeonggi-do Economic Science Promotion Agency

The agency also plans to comprehensively reflect the feedback gathered from the field, including three sessions held between June and July. This report will serve as foundational material for future policy development regarding women in science and technology in Gyeonggi-do.

Kim Hyungon, president of the agency, stated, "I believe this roundtable is the first step toward establishing policies for the sustainable growth of women in science and technology in the province." He added, "We will actively support the development of effective Gyeonggi-do-specific policies based on the voices of women in science and technology who are working directly in the field."