Coupang is stepping up to support the education of descendants of independence activists in honor of the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation. The company has pledged 100 million won to provide scholarships for 60 descendants, including college and high school students.
On August 12, Coupang announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korean Liberation Association at the association's headquarters in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul. The signing ceremony was attended by Jang Young-cheol, Coupang's Executive Director of Social Contribution, Kim Jin, Vice Chairman of the Korean Liberation Association, and Jeon Byeong-in, Secretary General.
Under the agreement, Coupang will donate 100 million won to the Korean Liberation Association, which will select 60 scholarship recipients—20 college students and 40 high school students—through recommendations from local branches and a selection committee.
Each college student will receive 3 million won, while high school students will receive 1 million won. The selection process for scholarship recipients will take place from September to November, with a ceremony to award the scholarships scheduled for December.
Coupang plans to expand its support for national and independence activists through this scholarship initiative. The company aims to provide practical assistance to ensure that the descendants can pursue their education with confidence, honoring the sacrifices of independence activists.
Earlier in June, in recognition of Memorial Month for the Fallen, Coupang conducted a health screening program called 'Coupang On-Dongne Care' in Yeongdeok, Gyeongsangbuk-do.
On June 24, at the Yeongdeok National Sports Center, Coupang, in collaboration with the Korean Medical Association, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Yeongdeok County, and the Veterans Association, provided health screening services to over 500 participants, including veterans and local residents.
A Coupang representative stated, “We will continue to provide practical support so that the descendants of independence activists can take pride in their studies and prepare for their future.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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