The Korean Racing Authority is expanding its preventive education initiatives in collaboration with local communities to support the healthy growth and protection of youth in Gwangmyeong.
According to the authority on November 8, it has provided 30 million won to the Gwangmyeong YMCA this year to conduct preventive education for youth, train specialized personnel, and offer counseling for youth facing related issues.
This initiative focuses on enhancing the professionalism of education and the responsiveness to on-site needs. The Gwangmyeong YMCA has retrained existing youth counselors, resulting in the certification of 25 specialized instructors for preventive education.
The program also aims to secure local educational personnel and contribute to job creation in related fields.
Education was conducted in a manner that encouraged voluntary participation from students.
Two specialized instructors were assigned to each class to facilitate small group discussions and problem-solving activities, helping students develop sound judgment and coping skills for risky situations.
From September to October this year, outreach education was conducted for 46 sixth-grade classes across eight elementary schools in Gwangmyeong.
The program concluded on November 5 with the final session at Hail Elementary School.
The importance of preventive education in schools is growing.
Following the amendment of the Integrated Supervision Committee Act for Gambling Industries, which mandates that schools provide youth gambling prevention education at least twice a year starting May 12, the demand for related education is expected to increase.
The Korean Racing Authority plans to expand its initiatives next year in collaboration with local agencies such as the Gwangmyeong Education Support Office and the Gwangmyeong Police Station.
In addition to preventive education for elementary, middle, and high school students, the authority also plans to implement corrective education for youth facing related issues and educational programs for parents.
A representative from the Korean Racing Authority stated, "Preventive measures for youth issues are of utmost importance," adding, "We will work with the community to create an environment where youth can grow up safely."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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