Incheon Expands Pregnancy Health Checkup SupportIncheon Metropolitan City announced that starting this year, it will expand its pre-pregnancy health management support program to include men and women aged 20 to 49, regardless of marital status or the number of children.The program, launched in April last year, aims to detect health risk factors that may affect pregnancy and childbirth early while promoting reproductive health by providing financial support for fertility examinations.Previously, the program offered a one-time support for couples preparing for pregnancy. However, starting this year, eligible individuals can receive support once per key period, up to a maximum of three times in their lifetime.
Incheon Pioneers Psychological Support for Job Seekers Through Therapeutic FarmingThe Incheon Agricultural Technology Center has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Incheon Employment Welfare Plus Center to provide employment welfare services utilizing therapeutic farming.Therapeutic farming is an industry that enhances social and economic value by using agricultural and rural resources to help people recover, maintain, and improve their health.These programs can help alleviate stress, promote emotional stability, and boost self-esteem among participants.This initiative marks the first case in the country where therapeutic farming is integrated with employment welfare services, aiming to provide practical psychological support and motivation for job seekers and unemployed individuals.
Incheon Tourism Organization to Host ‘2025 Sangple Vintage Market’The Incheon Tourism Organization announced that it will host the '2025 Sangple Vintage Market' at the SangSang Platform Wave Hall on the weekends of the 22nd–23rd and the 1st–3rd of the following month.This large-scale market will bring together major domestic vintage and antique brands, offering visitors a chance to explore a variety of rare fashion items and accessories.Additionally, a designated space will allow citizens to donate and sell second-hand goods, promoting a culture of sustainable consumption.
Calling All Local Cultural Clubs in Incheon!The Incheon Foundation for Arts and Culture has announced a public call for the 2025 Community Cultural Club Activity Support Program.Eligible applicants must be community cultural clubs based in Incheon, consisting of at least three members who are Incheon residents.The program provides up to 2 million KRW in club activity support and up to 600,000 KRW in funding for social contribution activities. Clubs applying for both can receive a total of up to 2.6 million KRW in support.