Seniors Teach, Children Learn... Hyoryeong Senior Welfare Town Hosts 'Traditional Games Festival'

Seniors in Job Program and Children Enjoy Yutnori and Tuho Together
Intergenerational Communication Before Chuseok... Promoting Traditional Culture and Expanding Social Participation

Hyoryeong Senior Welfare Town in Gwangju created an opportunity for seniors and children to come together and share warmth across generations by enjoying traditional games ahead of Chuseok.

The welfare center announced on the 21st that it had hosted the 'Visiting Traditional Games' program at Kium Daycare Center and Wolbong Seowon, where seniors participating in the senior job initiative engaged alongside children.

'Visiting Traditional Play' Program Site. Courtesy of Hyoryeong Senior Welfare Town

On this day, seniors and children played a variety of traditional games such as Yutnori and Tuho together, promoting an understanding of Korean traditional culture and the significance of Chuseok.

In particular, at Wolbong Seowon, seniors and children experienced traditional games in a culturally rich environment, deepening their understanding and appreciation of traditional culture.

The 'Visiting Traditional Games' initiative involves seniors participating in the senior employment program visiting local daycare centers and institutions to teach traditional games. It aims to expand social participation opportunities for seniors, promote the succession of traditional culture, and facilitate communication between the first and third generations.

Jung Kyungnam, Head of Hyoryeong Senior Welfare Town, said, "This program gave seniors the rewarding experience of passing on their knowledge and wisdom to the next generation and, at the same time, provided children with a valuable opportunity to learn about traditional culture and communicate directly. We will continue to run a variety of programs where generations can interact and enjoy together in the future."

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