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Busan Metropolitan City to Hold 27th Social Welfare Day and 33rd Busan Welfare Month Commemorative Ceremony

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Busan Metropolitan City, led by Mayor Chun Jae-soo, announced that it will hold a commemorative ceremony today, September 18, at 4:00 p.m. in the City Hall Grand Conference Room to mark the 27th Social Welfare Day and the 33rd Busan Welfare Month.

Social Welfare Day is a commemorative day designated as September 7, the date on which the National Basic Livelihood Security Act was promulgated, to promote understanding of social welfare and encourage the activities of social welfare professionals. It has been observed since 2000 and marks its 27th anniversary this year.

Since 1994, ahead of the national government, Busan Metropolitan City has designated September as Busan Welfare Month each year and held a commemorative ceremony. Since 2003, the city has also commemorated Social Welfare Day at the same event.

Approximately 200 people, including Mayor Chun Jae-soo, award recipients, social welfare facility workers, and citizens, will attend the ceremony, which will include the presentation of awards to those who have contributed to social welfare, commemorative remarks, and congratulatory remarks.

Busan Metropolitan City plans to recognize individuals and organizations that have contributed to the advancement of social welfare for their dedication and efforts, while also boosting the morale of social welfare workers.

A total of 51 awards will be presented: 10 Ministerial Commendations marking the 27th Social Welfare Day, six Mayor’s Certificates for the Busan Metropolitan City Social Contribution Award, 25 Mayor’s Commendations marking the 33rd Busan Welfare Month, two Mayor’s Commendations for contributions to promoting a culture of giving, and eight commendations from the Busan Council on Social Welfare.

Mayor Chun Jae-soo is expected to say, “We will further advance the Busan-style integrated care system we have built and make Busan a city that responds attentively to emerging welfare needs as well. We will always uphold the principle that the hard work and dedication of those in the field deserve appropriate respect and recognition, and we will continue to improve compensation and working conditions so that social welfare workers can take pride and find fulfillment in their work.”