Baengnyeong and Daecheong Geopark Signs Geo-partner MOU 

Incheon and Ongjin-gun announced yesterday (26th) that they have signed a “Geo-partner MOU for Baengnyeong and Daecheong Geopark” with five institutions, two Geo-schools, and 32 partner companies. 

The Geo-schools are Baengnyeong Elementary School and Daecheong Elementary School, and there are currently 32 partner companies involved. 

Located at the far northwest of South Korea, Baengnyeong Island, Daecheong Island, and Socheong Island vividly record volcanic activities from 1 billion years ago, preserving the secrets of the formation process of Northeast Asia. Incheon and Ongjin-gun plan to pass down this valuable geological heritage to future generations through the UNESCO Global Geopark designation for the Baengnyeong-Daecheong Geopark, while also developing it into a sustainable global tourist destination. 

Incheon and Ongjin-gun plan to continue their collaborative efforts with partner organizations, including activities such as promotion and outreach. They aim to enhance local pride and stimulate the regional economy through the expansion and restructuring of the Geo-partner network. 

Incheon Improves Tap Water Quality with “Stringent” Advanced Water Treatment 

The Incheon Metropolitan City Waterworks Headquarters announced that it is strengthening the management of the entire water purification process, including advanced water treatment, to provide citizens with cleaner and better-tasting Incheon Sky Water. 

Advanced water treatment is a technology that improves water quality by removing taste, odor, and trace contaminants, which are difficult to remove through standard processes such as sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection. This is achieved through ozone oxidation and granular activated carbon absorption. It is a widely used treatment method in advanced countries such as the United States, Japan, and Europe. 

An official from Incheon stated that they will conduct water quality tests not only at large water treatment plants but also at small-scale facilities to provide Incheon Sky Water that citizens can trust and drink. 

Incheon Now Accepting Applications for Exhibition Space at “Open Museum” in Incheon City Hall Station 

The Incheon Metropolitan City Museum announced that it is accepting applications for exhibition space at the “Open Museum” located at Incheon City Hall Station on Line 1 of the Incheon Subway, for the first half of 2025, until December 13th. 

The City Museum operates the “Open Museum” between Exit 1 and Exit 9, as well as the ticket gate, at Incheon City Hall Station under a mutual development agreement with Incheon Transportation Corporation. The “Open Museum” is an exhibition space open to the public, allowing Incheon citizens to access various historical and cultural content. 

The exhibition space is open to all Incheon residents or organizations based in Incheon, and the rental fee is free of charge. 

Incheon City Takes Action to Address Support Gaps for Family Caregivers and Young People 

Incheon announced that it will operate a “Focused Identification Period for Youth Family Caregivers” until December 6th to address the support gaps for young family caregivers. 

“Youth family caregiver” refers to individuals aged 13 to 34 who are primarily responsible for caring for a sick family member due to family circumstances. Support is available if the family member being cared for resides at the same address and there are no other adult members in the household. 

If selected as eligible for support, various public-private collaborative services are provided through dedicated personnel. These include caregiving and medical services for the sick family member, and scholarships, financial and career counseling, among other services for the youth caregivers. 

Sources: https://news.ifm.kr