Gwangjin-gu Saemaul Library branch accepting book reports and letters until Aug. 21; contest open to all ages to promote a reading culture
The Gwangjin-gu branch of the Saemaul Mungo, a national library and reading promotion network, is accepting entries until Aug. 21 for the 46th National Reading Competition and the 31st Gwangjin-gu Reading Competition, both held under the auspices of the president, to promote a reading culture and foster a book-friendly community.
The National Reading Competition is a nationwide reading-culture event organized by the Saemaul Mungo central association and held annually to encourage reading as a daily habit and build sound reading practices. This year's theme is the sharing of knowledge and talent, with a focus on spreading communication and a spirit of sharing through reading to establish an advanced community culture.
Submissions are accepted in two categories: book reports and letters. The book report category is divided into lower and upper elementary, middle school, high school, saemaul community library, general and special divisions, while the letter category covers elementary, middle school, high school, general and special divisions.
Book reports may be written on any topic, though this year participants are encouraged to choose works dealing with the relationship between AI and humanity, the environment and the future. Letters are also open to any topic, allowing participants to express in their own way the thoughts and experiences they have gained through reading.
Residents wishing to take part may submit their entries by email to the Gwangjin-gu branch of the Saemaul Mungo central association by Aug. 21. Entries will be reviewed and winners announced in September; the top prize winner will receive a commendation from the Gwangjin-gu district chief.
"Reading does more than broaden knowledge — it builds the capacity to understand other people's lives and perspectives," said Kim Gyeong-ho, chief of Gwangjin-gu. "I hope this competition gives children, teenagers and adults alike a chance to discover the joy of reading and share their thoughts through books. I encourage as many residents as possible to take an interest and participate."
Further details are available in the notices section of the Gwangjin-gu community library website. Additional inquiries may be directed to the Gwangjin-gu branch of the Saemaul Mungo central association.
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