HONGSEONG, South Korea — The Chungnam Culture and Tourism Foundation has successfully renewed its status as a certified leisure-friendly institution. Awarded by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the recertification highlights the public agency's persistent dedication to fostering a healthy work-life balance for its workforce.

The achievement comes on the heels of the Foundation's initial certification earned in 2023. Over the past few years, the agency has embedded employee well-being into its core operations, leading to this continued national recognition under the Framework Act on the Promotion of National Leisure.

Evaluation committees commended the Foundation for transforming its workplace environment through structural support systems. Key initiatives that drove the successful recertification include:

Work-Life Harmony: Active utilization of flexible schedules, robust annual leave policies, and comprehensive parental and family care support programs.
Professional and Personal Growth: Financial assistance for continuous self-development learning and the provision of special self-reflection leaves.
Supportive Infrastructure: Regular team-building workshops, accessible internal grievance counseling channels, and upgraded employee lounge facilities.

"Our staff's dedication to cultivating a culture that respects both professional responsibilities and personal leisure time has made this recertification possible," said Lee Han-soo, Acting President and CEO of the Foundation. "Employee happiness and creative expression are the driving forces behind Chungnam's thriving arts and tourism sectors. We remain committed to leading by example in leisure-friendly management and maximizing our positive social impact."

[ⓒ Global Economic Times. 무단전재-재배포 금지]