Musinsa Retail Service, a subsidiary specializing in the operation and management of Musinsa's offline stores, has been recognized as an outstanding employer for disabled individuals. The company was acknowledged for its efforts in expanding the employment of people with severe disabilities by collaborating with the Korea Employment Agency for the Disabled to identify tailored job roles.
On November 11, Musinsa Retail Service received the Minister of Employment and Labor Award at the 3rd Disability Employment Consulting and Job Development Achievement Sharing Conference held at Peace & Park Convention in Yongsan, Seoul.
This event, organized by the Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korea Employment Agency for the Disabled, aims to highlight successful cases and achievements in expanding employment for disabled individuals across various industries. Companies that have increased hiring or created disability-friendly work environments through consulting were recognized.
Musinsa Retail Service has been increasing job opportunities for disabled individuals by considering the specific job characteristics and working conditions of each workplace. In collaboration with the Korea Employment Agency for the Disabled, the company has identified necessary roles in offline retail and fashion stores and has improved the work environment to ensure stable employment for these workers.
The company's employment rate of disabled individuals rose from 1.18% last year to 3.71% this year. As of October, Musinsa Retail Service employs 26 disabled workers, all of whom have severe disabilities. They are responsible for inventory management at 11 stores nationwide, including the Musinsa Standard locations in Gangnam, Seongsu, and Hongdae.
A representative from Musinsa Retail Service stated, "This award is meaningful as it reflects our efforts to create jobs where diverse members can grow together. We will continue to expand employment opportunities and foster an inclusive work environment where disabled workers can thrive in the offline retail industry."
Meanwhile, Musinsa has applied for preliminary examination for its initial public offering (IPO) on the KOSPI. The planned number of shares for listing is 227,829,016, with 26.6 million shares expected to be offered. The par value per share is 100 won.
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