▲ Minister of Employment and Labor Kim Young-hoon speaks at a meeting with youth and companies regarding the Youth Job Leap Grant, held at Novarex, a leading mid-sized company in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, on July 2.
Minister of Employment and Labor Kim Young-hoon held a meeting with young people today (July 9) at the "Youth Cafe" in Sillim-dong, Gwanak-gu, Seoul.
The meeting was attended by young people who have participated in government programs such as the "Youth Challenge Support Project" and the "Youth Growth Project."
The Youth Challenge Support Project is a program in which the Ministry of Employment and Labor provides customized programs—including intensive counseling, case management, and career exploration—and pays allowances to young people who have given up on job hunting. From 2021 to June of this year, approximately 47,000 people have received support.
The Youth Growth Project is a program where the Ministry of Employment and Labor collaborates with local governments to operate "Youth Cafes," which serve as spaces for young people to prepare for employment.
At these Youth Cafes, one-on-one counseling is provided to young people who are contemplating their career paths or looking to build their job-seeking skills, and information on government and local employment policies is offered.
From 2024 to last month, approximately 110,000 people have used these services.
During the meeting, Minister Kim listened to the opinions of the beneficiaries regarding the government's youth policies.
One participant said, "It was difficult to maintain a regular routine as my break from work grew longer, but by participating in the Youth Challenge Support Project, I have regained my daily rhythm and am once again thinking about my career path."
Minister Kim stated, "We will strengthen the connection between these programs so that more young people can participate in the Youth Challenge Support Project and the Youth Growth Project," adding, "We will reflect the voices from the field to create policies that young people can truly feel."
(Photo: Provided by the Ministry of Employment and Labor, Yonhap News)
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