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A newspaper for kids, by kids: Big Eye DoranDoran is recruiting students to write in 2026
Big Eye DoranDoran (Big 아이 도란도란), Busan’s official children’s newspaper, is recruiting young reporters for its 2026 cohort. The program invites curious kids to explore the city, attend events and share what they discover through their own unique voices. Applications are open until Dec. 31.
The young reporters will be active from March 2026 to February 2027 and will write various stories, including:
• Articles that capture firsthand experiences at different events.
• Special features on Busan’s hot issues.
• Monthly mission journals based on special assignments.
• Open-topic articles that allow students to explore subjects of their choice.
• Interviews with people they are excited to meet.
During school breaks, students can also join journalism classes to boost their writing skills.
To help kids fully step into the role, every reporter receives a media pass, a reporter’s notebook and even a classic reporter’s cap. At the kick-off ceremony, a professional journalist will teach the basics of gathering news, writing articles and editing stories. Each month, an outstanding piece will be named Report of the Month, and winners will receive a small monetary prize. Top stories of the year will also be honored at the closing ceremony.
Any enthusiastic writer in 4th, 5th, or 6th grade may apply. Applicants must submit a 100 to 300-character article (in Korean) on the theme: “Busan, a charming city of cultural tourism.”
Applications should be submitted through the Naver form linked below.
Big Eye DoranDoran will accept 300 students, including an additional 30 from multicultural or foreign-national backgrounds, for a total of 330 young reporters. The final selection will be made by lottery, with consideration for sincerity expressed in the application and even representation across Busan’s districts.
Kids and parents can find the written work of the 2025 reporters and complete program details on the official Busan Eye Dorandoran website.
※ Recruitment for Busan Children’s Newspaper, until Dec. 31
◎ Announcement: https://buly.kr/9XMLI6H
◎ Application Form: naver.me/G8hHubfJ
◎ Inquiries: 051-888-1298
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