Yuhan Foundation presents 35th Yujaera Service Awards

The Yuhan Foundation held its 35th Yujaera Service Award ceremony on October 19, honoring four individuals for their dedicated service in the fields of nursing, education, and welfare. The award was established in 1992 to honor the spirit of the late Mrs. Yu Jae-ra, who donated her entire fortune to the foundation.

The 2024 recipients include:

• Ham Jeong-hwa (Nursing): Recognized for providing medical support to approximately 9,000 people over 20 years, addressing gaps in healthcare for vulnerable populations.

• Kim Hyun-joo (Education): Honored for her commitment to arts education for students with developmental disabilities and founding the 'Yeon' dance troupe for the intellectually disabled.

• Lee Dong-seon (Welfare/Overseas): Recognized for 22 years of work in Tanzania, developing groundwater and providing safe drinking water to approximately 560,000 residents across 446 villages and schools.

• Yoon Su-jin (Welfare/Hospice): Awarded for 30 years of service caring for terminal patients and their families, as well as promoting social understanding of hospice care through writing and film.