Residents and newcomers in Hampyeong County's Sonbul-myeon gathered to strengthen communication and unity.
The Hampyeong County government announced on the 17th that it held the '2026 Returning to Farming and Fishing Community Gathering' event on the 14th at Anak Beach in Sonbul-myeon.
This event was organized to help newcomers who have recently settled in rural areas connect with existing residents and integrate into the local community.
About 40 participants, including residents of Anak Village and newcomers, attended the event.
Attendees shared meals at Anak Beach, exchanging stories and experiences about village life. The event focused on informal interactions rather than structured activities, aiming to bridge the gap between newcomers and long-time residents.
In rural areas, establishing stable relationships with existing residents is considered crucial for the successful settlement of newcomers. This event aimed to foster understanding and strengthen community ties between new and existing residents.
Im Soo-young, head of Sonbul-myeon, stated, “This event provided a meaningful opportunity for newcomers and locals to get closer and understand each other better. We will continue to create various opportunities for residents to interact and communicate, making Sonbul-myeon a warm and vibrant place where everyone wants to live.”
Anak Village in Sonbul-myeon has been selected as a target village for the '2026 Returning to Farming and Fishing Community Development Project,' which aims to promote exchanges between newcomers and existing residents and activate the community through various programs.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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