Gunpo Mayor Han Dae-hee stated on September 8, "We will listen to the voices from the social welfare field and strengthen support for social workers to create a happy welfare city for all citizens."
Mayor Han made this remark during the '1st Social Workers' Day Ceremony' held at the city hall conference room, attended by over 200 social welfare workers from local facilities.
The event was organized to recognize the dedication of social workers who commit themselves to enhancing citizen welfare and to reflect on the roles and values of social workers.
In his encouraging speech, Mayor Han expressed gratitude for the dedication of social workers who stand by citizens despite the challenges they face, stating, "Thanks to your sense of responsibility and professionalism, Gunpo City has been able to move towards becoming a warm welfare community."
He added, "We will continue to actively listen to voices from the field, enhance support for social workers, and build a welfare safety net that ensures happiness for all citizens of Gunpo."
The ceremony featured a special lecture by Professor Lee Ho-sun, an expert in counseling and education, who spoke on the theme 'For You Who Care for Others.'
Professor Lee emphasized the importance of self-care and mental well-being for social workers who care for others.
Attendees shared the difficulties of their fieldwork and engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing the professionalism and roles of social workers.
Local citizens also expressed the need for ongoing interest and support for the social welfare field. One citizen remarked, "Social workers play a crucial role in connecting help to those in need, and I hope support is expanded so they can work more securely in the field."
Another citizen noted, "Identifying neighbors in welfare gaps ultimately relies on the work done in the field, and improving the treatment and working conditions of social workers will enhance the welfare services available to citizens."
Meanwhile, Mayor Han plans to strengthen communication with social welfare workers and actively incorporate their feedback into welfare policies to establish a welfare safety net that citizens can truly feel.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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