38th Icheon Respect for Elders Sports Festival Concludes Successfully

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Um In-yong] Icheon City announced that the '38th Respect for Elders Sports Festival,' held on the 28th under the auspices of the Saemaul Undong Icheon City Branch (Branch Director Jo Bong-san), concluded successfully amid enthusiastic response from seniors.

The event was organized to promote health and wellness among local seniors and to vitalize their leisure activities.

On the day, seniors participated in various sports competitions in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere, and enjoyed their time singing, dancing, and showcasing talents through celebratory performances and personal skills displays.

Saemaul Undong Icheon City Branch Director Jo Bong-san stated, "The experience and wisdom that our local seniors have accumulated over many years are precious assets to our community," and expressed hope that "this event will be a meaningful occasion to express gratitude and share intergenerational communication and vitality."

Korean National Council of Senior Citizens Icheon City Branch Director Won Jong-sung said, "We are grateful to Icheon City and the Saemaul Undong Icheon City Branch for their efforts in hosting the Respect for Elders Sports Festival," and added, "We hope this will be a time of harmony where we support and enjoy together beyond winning or losing."

Mayor Kim Kyung-hee of Icheon stated, "I hope today's occasion will be a meaningful time that brings pleasant memories and vitality to our seniors," and added, "Icheon City is implementing various policies including the 'Knock-Knock Health On-Bus,' public transportation fee support, and senior community center kitchen environment improvement projects, and we will do our best to ensure healthy and happy retirement for seniors going forward."