18 Neighborhood Organizations and Local Merchants Join In
A Festival of Mutual Prosperity and Autonomy
Night Market, Policy Bus, and Cultural Performances
Citizen Participation Programs Receive Enthusiastic Response
The Seo-gu District of Gwangju successfully concluded the "Kind City Seo-gu Eoullim Hanmadang" event, held at Sangmu Citizen Park on the 24th, with enthusiastic participation from residents, merchants, and local organizations.
Kim Ikang, Mayor of Seo-gu District Office in Gwangju, encouraged residents while visiting the living area policy booth and 18 neighborhood booths at the Seo-gu "Eoullim Hanmadang" held at Sangmu Citizens' Park on the 24th. Provided by Seo-gu District Office, Gwangju
With the theme "Seo-gu Together with the Neighborhood Economy," the event encompassed sharing village activities, cultural performances, and resident communication programs, reaffirming the meaning of a "city where we live together." Village organizations from 18 neighborhoods and local merchants participated, creating a festival of autonomy and mutual prosperity.
The "Our Village Pride Contest," which began at 2 p.m., featured choir, dance, and band performances prepared by each neighborhood's residents' association and community. Residents cheered for their neighbors' performances with handmade support placards, and scenes of children and seniors dancing together filled the park with warm laughter.
The opening ceremony included a performance themed "Reviving the Neighborhood Economy through Resident Autonomy," while exhibition booths and hands-on experience spaces introducing changes in the community drew the attention of many citizens.
Kim Ikang, Mayor of Seo-gu District Office in Gwangju, encouraged residents while visiting the living area policy booth and 18 neighborhood booths at the Seo-gu "Eoullim Hanmadang" event held at Sangmu Citizen Park on the 24th. Provided by Seo-gu District Office, Gwangju
Of particular note, the Eoullim Night Market featured 12 participating merchants from Chiepyeong-dong who accept Digital Onnuri Gift Certificates, drawing significant attention. An official from the Seo-gu District Office stated, "At first, the store owners were concerned about whether they would see any sales by moving to the park, but they were delighted to achieve much higher sales than usual at the event." In fact, some stores sold out their goods early, adding to the lively atmosphere on site.
Throughout the venue, the "Policy Talk Talk Busking" policy bus, resident communication zones, and children's playgrounds were operated. Residents shared everyday inconveniences with district officials in front of the policy bus, and explored exhibitions of handmade crafts, houseplants, and recycled goods created by the village community, sharing in the meaning of a "kind economy."
Kim Ikang, Mayor of Seo-gu, Gwangju, is taking a commemorative photo with participants at the Seo-gu "Eoullim Hanmadang" event held at Sangmu Citizen's Park on the 24th. Provided by Seo-gu, Gwangju
Seo-gu District stated that the event served as an opportunity to promote exchange between villages, connect neighborhood businesses, and revitalize the local economy. Kim Ikang, Mayor of Seo-gu District, said, "Eoullim Hanmadang is not just a one-off event for enjoyment, but a cultural space where the values of sharing and solidarity are put into practice. We will continue to spread the value of Seo-gu as a kind city where neighborhoods and residents thrive together."
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