Shin Gye-yong, the mayor of Gwacheon in Gyeonggi Province, emphasized the importance of expanding science culture for children and families on October 24, aiming to create a harmonious environment for the growth and education of future generations.
The mayor announced that the '24th Toriyari Science Festival,' held at the Information Science Library and Airdrie Park, concluded successfully with over 3,000 citizens in attendance.
Under the slogan 'Science Opening the Future, Meet in Gwacheon,' the festival was designed for children and families to engage with science in an enjoyable and accessible manner, allowing them to experience future scientific technologies firsthand.
A variety of experiential programs, ranging from basic science to advanced technology, stimulated children's curiosity and creative imagination while providing families with opportunities to learn and enjoy together.
During his visit, Mayor Shin toured the festival grounds with citizens, sharing the significance of the event in helping children experience science and nurture their dreams and imaginations for the future.
Mayor Shin expressed hope that the Toriyari Science Festival would inspire children to dream about the future and create cherished memories for families.
The festival was meaningful as it allowed children and teenagers to experience science in their daily lives and discover the possibilities of science and technology through family participation.
In particular, the science experiences contributed to nurturing the potential of future generations and expanding citizens' cultural experiences, aligning with the goal of creating a city where science, education, and culture coexist.
Mayor Shin plans to continue offering various science culture programs to help children and teenagers engage closely with science and develop their future capabilities.
Through these initiatives, the city aims to expand opportunities for citizens to enjoy science in their daily lives and support future generations in realizing their dreams based on creativity and imagination.
Additionally, Mayor Shin stated, "I will continue to work on expanding science culture so that citizens can enjoy science in their daily lives and future generations can pursue greater dreams."
* This article has been translated by AI.
Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.