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Building a Sustainable Craft Industry Ecosystem

The Handcrafted Workshop Development Program supports the continued growth and advancement of local artisan workshops by providing business development assistance and promoting their works through domestic and international marketing initiatives. Through these efforts, the program aims to nurture the regional craft industry and revitalize the local economy.

Program Overview

Program Title 2025 Handcrafted Workshop Development Program
Program Period 2025.01 ~ 2025.12 (12 months)
Organization and Supervision Gwangju Metropolitan City / Gwangju Institute of Design Promotion

Eligibility

Craft-related businesses and prospective entrepreneurs located in Gwangju Metropolitan City

Key Focus Areas

  • 1 Continuous development of market channels for the regional craft industry
  • 2 Strengthening the competitiveness of local workshops and supporting market entry
  • 3 Promoting and revitalizing the regional craft and cultural industry

Program Details

  • 1 Gwangju Handmade Fair : One of Korea’s three major craft fairs, providing a platform that connects craft producers with consumers.
  • 2 O’Hands Brand Designation Program & Korea Craft Competition : Enhancing the excellence and recognition of locally produced handcrafted goods.
  • 3 Craft Industry Survey and Mid-to-Long-Term Development Plan : Presenting strategies for the sustainable growth of the regional craft and cultural industry.
  • 4 Support for Exhibition and Sales Venues of Fine handicrafts : Building infrastructure to boost sales for local workshops.
  • 5 Operation of SNS Promotion Channels : Expanding public awareness and visibility for local artisan workshops.
  • 6 Safety Testing Support : Ensuring product safety through testing for potential hazards in craft items.

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Program Direction

Establishing a sustainable industrial foundation by conducting research on the current state of
local craft workshops and developing mid- to long-term strategies for their continued growth and advancement.

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Program Direction

Operating various support programs to lay the foundation for entry into diverse domestic and international markets

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Program Direction

Strengthening promotional activities to expand the base of the local craft culture industry.

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Support Programs

Program Title Scale of Support
Gwangju Handmade Fair 283 booths
Preliminary Round of the Korea Craft Competition회 25 works
O’Hands Brand Designation 4 products
Support for Participation in Domestic Exhibitions Variable
Safety Testing Support 20 cases

Expected Outcomes

  • 1 Promote the development of craft culture through the creation and discovery of outstanding local craft products
  • 2 Build a foundation for fostering the regional craft and cultural industry by strengthening the capabilities of local workshops
  • 3 Enhance the credibility and added value of locally produced handcrafted goods

Related Images

  • Gwangju Handmade Fair

  • Gwangju Handmade Fair

  • Regional Preliminary Round of the Korea Craft Competition – Grand Prize

Contact Department

Business Division, Cultural Convergence Team (T. 062-611-5032 / 5034 · E. wlsl0771@gdc.or.kr / rhoyw@gdc.or.kr)

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