The Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal: A Resource for 840,000 Immigrants
[Reporter Kim Jeong-kyun]
Have you ever thought about how many immigrants living in Gyeonggi Province are foreigners? As of November 2024, data shows that there are approximately 840,000 individuals, including foreign workers, marriage migrants, international students, foreign nationals of Korean descent, naturalized citizens, and children of foreign residents. While this number might not seem significant at first glance, it actually represents the highest figure among local governments nationwide and has surged by over 54% in the past decade. This indicates that many immigrants view South Korea, particularly Gyeonggi Province, as a land of opportunity and are striving to build their lives here. You may have noticed that the role of immigrants is increasingly prominent in various aspects of life.
The 'Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal' for 840,000 immigrants
To support immigrants in Gyeonggi Province, the Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal, which offers multilingual assistance, was launched on July 8. This portal aims to bridge the gap in language and information, which can make life in Korea challenging for many.
The portal features a variety of services related to daily life, employment, and local stories. Even if one struggles with Korean, the portal provides essential information and access to rights and benefits, with standout features like an AI chatbot and automatic translation services.
The AI-based chatbot allows users to ask questions anytime, while human staff are also available to help resolve concerns. Even with excellent services, language barriers can hinder progress, but the Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal offers tools to overcome these obstacles, making it easier to find information and get assistance. In addition to the AI chatbot, there are SOS staff counseling services available in foreign languages.
The portal collects various immigrant-related information that was previously scattered across multiple sites, significantly improving accessibility for immigrants. It provides details on nearby hospitals for emergencies, immigrant support centers, immigration offices, visa information, job listings, and educational programs.
Additionally, the portal offers necessary document templates for immigrants, such as residency registration forms and accident report forms. It also includes community features where residents can share information about different regions of Gyeonggi Province.
Another positive aspect of the Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal is its web-based format, which can be accessed easily from any smartphone or PC without the need for a dedicated app. The responsive design adapts to different devices, allowing users to simply enter the portal's address in their browser or search for it online to find the information they need.
If you know any foreign neighbors or multicultural families facing language or information barriers in Gyeonggi Province, please introduce them to the Gyeonggi Province Migrant Portal. Change starts with small acts of kindness, and such gestures can provide significant support to immigrant neighbors. Let's support Gyeonggi Province's warm innovations until all residents can communicate happily without discrimination.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeonggi_gov/224347645113
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