Ten Years of Dedicated Service: Shincheonji Busan-Gyeongnam Western Alliance Provides Midsummer Health Kits to Local Veterans
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| On 21st July, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Busan-Gyeongnam Alliance is presenting gifts of appreciation to Geun-woo Kim, Chairman of the Yeongdo District Branch of the Korean War Veterans Association. |
Sustaining 10-Year Civic Partnerships to Care for Senior Patriots
As severe summer heatwaves intensify across the southern peninsula, maintaining the physical stamina and emotional well-being of elderly war veterans has become a vital priority for local communities. Marking the traditional summer health period (Jungbok), the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Busan-Gyeongnam Western Alliance (comprising the Jinhae and Busan Seobu Branches) conducted a series of seasonal welfare operations across Jinhae, Yeongdo-gu, and Saha-gu. This ongoing initiative reflects an established decade-long commitment to honouring national heroes through practical care and innovative emotional programmes.
Jinhae Branch: Seasonal Dining Hospitality for Vietnam War Veterans
The seasonal welfare campaign kicked off in Jinhae on 14th July, focusing on direct nutritional care:
- Hospitality Meal: Volunteers from the Jinhae Branch visited the Jinhae Chapter of the Korean Vietnam War Veterans Association.
- Nutritional Provisions: The branch served traditional ginseng chicken soup (samgyetang) alongside seasonal fresh fruits, including watermelon and grapes, to 15 attending Vietnam War veterans, receiving enthusiastic feedback and requests for future return visits.
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| On 21st July, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Busan-Gyeongnam Western Alliance visited the Yeongdo District Branch of the Vietnam War Veterans Association and delivered summer supply kits. |
Busan Seobu Branch: Midsummer Relief Kits for 50 Yeongdo Veterans
On 21st July, the Busan Seobu Branch expanded operations to the Yeongdo-gu Veterans Hall, engaging with members of both the Korean Vietnam War Veterans Association and the 6·25 Korean War Veterans Association:
- Customised Summer Kits: The branch presented 50 health and relief kits containing ginseng chicken soup, soy milk, cooling arm sleeves, and handwritten letters of appreciation to 50 local veterans.
- Specialised Commendation: Geun-woo Kim, Head of the Yeongdo-gu Chapter of the 6·25 Korean War Veterans Association, received additional health supplements alongside a calligraphy fan featuring rose of Sharon (Mugunghwa) artwork.
- Reflections from Veteran Leaders: Pan-sik Lee, Head of the Yeongdo-gu Chapter of the Vietnam War Veterans Association, remarked: “We have maintained a relationship with the Busan Seobu Branch for over 10 years. We are deeply grateful to the volunteers for consistently remembering us and arranging such meaningful gatherings even during difficult times.”
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| On 23rd July, the Shincheonji Volunteer Corps Busan-Gyeongnam Western Alliance visited the Saha-gu Chapter of the Vietnam War Veterans Association and presented an 'AI ink painting drawn with pulse,' taking a commemorative photo with the veterans. |
Building on these outreach efforts, the Busan Seobu Branch visited the Saha-gu Chapter of the Korean Vietnam War Veterans Association on July 23rd:
AI Ink-and-Wash Paintings: Volunteers formally delivered customized ink-and-wash paintings (수묵화) created by pairing artificial intelligence tools with individual pulse-rate data measured during previous visits.
Positive Reception: Association members expressed high gratitude for the unique fusion of technology and art, requesting additional follow-up visits so that every registered member could receive a personalized piece.
Unwavering Commitment to Preserving National History
The Busan Seobu Branch reaffirmed its intent to maintain uninterrupted, long-term support for regional veterans' groups. Kim Yo-han, Vice Branch Head of the Busan Seobu Branch, stated that the current prosperity and development of the nation exist because of the life-risking sacrifices made by these veterans, emphasizing that the branch will continuously remember their historical legacy and systematically execute ongoing support programmes.
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