Gyeonggi Province Mayor Shin Gye-yong emphasized the need for ongoing attention and action regarding traffic and safety around schools to ensure children can live without fear.
On this day, Mayor Shin made the remarks during the 'Children First Safety Campaign' held near Yulmok Elementary School in the designated child protection zone.
Mayor Shin took direct action to create a safe urban environment where children can feel secure.
This campaign was organized to raise public awareness and encourage practical measures for child safety, in conjunction with the monthly safety inspection day.
About 30 participants, including Mayor Shin, city safety and disaster officials, and local volunteer disaster response teams, took part in the event.
Participants distributed flyers and promotional materials containing traffic safety and abduction prevention guidelines to citizens and children passing by, under the slogan 'Please Think of Children's Safety First.'
In particular, they provided information on traffic safety rules that drivers and pedestrians must follow in child protection zones, as well as safety tips to prevent crimes against children.
The campaign aimed not to be a one-time event but to foster a culture where child safety is prioritized in daily life.
Mayor Shin visited the site to assess child safety and emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration with relevant agencies.
Parents and citizens present expressed agreement on the need for safety measures and continuous management in child protection zones.
One citizen remarked, 'Since the school area is where children pass by every day, I hope that not only campaigns but also traffic safety facilities and on-site management will continue.' They added, 'Creating an environment where children can safely commute to and from school is the responsibility of the entire community, and I hope the city will maintain its focus in collaboration with schools, parents, and relevant agencies.'
Mayor Shin stated that he plans to continue public awareness efforts regarding child traffic safety and abduction prevention as a result of this campaign.
Additionally, he noted, 'I will continue to work with relevant agencies to create an environment where children can live safely.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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