Gapyeong County Talent Development Foundation Holds Inaugural General Meeting...to Launch Next Year

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Lee Jae-ho] Gapyeong County held the inaugural general meeting of the Foundation for Gapyeong County Talent Development at the county office conference room on the 30th of last month, marking a new chapter in the region's future education.

The inaugural general meeting was held as a procedure to establish a professional platform that will systematically promote scholarship programs, lifelong education, and youth projects by integrating them into one framework.

The meeting was attended by Governor Seo Tae-won, who serves as chairman, 15 non-executive directors, and two auditors. Eight agenda items were approved, including △reporting on foundation establishment and board composition △adopting bylaws and regulations △confirming contributed assets △reviewing business plans and budgets △and establishing administrative offices.

The county enacted the 'Gapyeong County Talent Development Foundation Establishment and Operation Ordinance' in May to establish legal grounds, and in August, appointed executives through a public recruitment of incorporators.

Going forward, the county plans to apply for approval for establishment of a public interest corporation from the Gyeonggi Province Office of Education and complete the corporate registration by the end of this year to officially launch next year.

After launch, the foundation will gradually expand scholarship programs and lifelong education projects.

In 2026, it will begin selecting scholarship recipients and operating scholarship offices, and in 2027, it will take charge of lifelong education programs in connection with the establishment of a lifelong learning center.

The foundation will also operate youth cultural centers and counseling welfare centers, serving as the center of youth policy for the region.

Governor Seo Tae-won stated, "The Gapyeong County Talent Development Foundation is a key institution to lead the region's future education and will provide opportunities for learning to both youth and residents," emphasizing, "We will serve as a solid support for young talents to nurture their dreams and grow."