Incheon’s Namdong-gu (인천 남동구, District Mayor Lee Byung-rae) announced on the 15th that it recently held 2026 job competency training for around 120 social welfare facility workers. The training, themed ‘Discovering Calm,’ covered self-care skills and mindfulness techniques.
 [코리안투데이] Social welfare facility workers taking part in the job competency training © 김현수 기자 |
‘Discovering Calm’ Training to Prevent Burnout Among Welfare Workers
The training was designed to prevent burnout among social welfare facility workers, who are highly exposed to job stress and emotional labor as they devote themselves to serving underprivileged and care-dependent populations in the welfare field, and to give them an opportunity to look after their own well-being.
Held under the theme ‘Discovering Calm,’ the training covered a variety of self-care skills and mindfulness techniques that anyone can easily and quickly practice in daily life.
 [코리안투데이] Participants practicing relaxation techniques © 김현수 기자 |
Practice-Oriented Program Covering Stress-Coping Methods and Recovery Routines
Key content included facing stress head-on, building recovery routines through small activities, and relaxation techniques to ease tension in body and mind, all of which drew a strong response from participants.
In particular, rather than focusing on theory-heavy lectures, the program was structured around practical content that workers could apply immediately in the field, helping participants check in on their own state of mind and experience immediate relief.
District Mayor Lee Byung-rae Stresses Support for Workers’ Mental Health
Namdong-gu District Mayor Lee Byung-rae (이병래) said, “Social welfare workers, who quietly practice love for their neighbors even under difficult conditions, are truly a pillar of support for our society,” adding, “I hope this training served as a gift that brought a moment of calm to their tired bodies and minds, and we will continue to provide ongoing support for a healthy working environment and for promoting the mental health of our workers.”
[ Reporter Kim Hyun-soo ] incheoneast@thekoreantoday.com
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