Gwangju City Delivers Care Packages to Vulnerable Populations Ahead of Lunar New Year

[Suwon Ilbo=Eom In-yong Reporter] Ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, Gwangju City delivered care packages valued at approximately 290 million won to vulnerable populations and social welfare facilities on the 9th.

This visit was arranged to examine the operational status of social welfare facilities that protect and support vulnerable populations in the region and to encourage workers serving at these facilities.

On this day, Mayor Bang Se-hwan visited social welfare facilities in the region including Bethany Donsan, Hyangrim Rehabilitation Center, and Eunhye Donsan in turn, checked on the health status of facility residents, and extended holiday greetings.

He also encouraged the dedication of facility staff who continue to provide welfare services despite difficult conditions.

Meanwhile, for this Lunar New Year holiday, the city delivered essential goods in seven categories worth approximately 32 million won—including rice, seaweed, pears, apples, rice cake soup cakes, tissues, and laundry detergent—to 18 social welfare facilities in the region.

Mayor Bang Se-hwan stated, “As we approach the holiday, the local community must work together so that those unable to spend time with their families do not feel lonely,” and “I express deep gratitude to all facility staff who serve with dedication even in difficult circumstances.” He added, “Going forward, we will listen to voices from the field and build a comprehensive welfare safety net to ensure no blind spots in social welfare are left unaddressed.”