Table of Contents
- Why Is Gyeonggi Province Running This Program?
- Dachaeeum: Emotional Stability and Career Support
- Dabaeum: Pre-Enrollment Learning Support
- Eligibility by Age Group
- How to Apply & Contact Information
1. Why Is Gyeonggi Province Running This Program?
Children from multicultural families often grow up in complex environments and are prone to emotional challenges and uncertainty regarding academics or career paths. To support them, Gyeonggi Province has developed personalized programs that include counseling, academic support, and career consulting. These programs are offered under the names “Dachaeeum” and “Dabaeum” and are tailored based on age and specific needs.
2. Dachaeeum – Emotional and Career Support Program
● Purpose
For school-aged children from multicultural families (ages 7–18):
- Provides counseling for family issues, school, and peer relationships to support emotional well-being and offers career exploration and job information. See the official site for more details.
- Go to Gyeonggi Province Welfare Services
● Program Details
- Professional psychological counseling and follow-up care
- Career and employment consulting (recommended at least 4 times a year)
● Available Regions
Suwon, Seongnam, Goyang, Bucheon, Ansan, Siheung, Hanam, Gunpo, Anyang, Yangju, Dongducheon (11 cities/counties)
3. Dabaeum – Learning Support Before Elementary School
● Purpose
This program supports preschool and early elementary students by
- Providing basic skills in reading, writing, and math to help them adjust smoothly to school life. More details available on the official website.
- Access Gyeonggi Province Welfare Programs
● Program Details
- Basic Korean and math education
- Introduction to elementary school curriculum and daily life guidance
● Target Participants
- Preschool children from multicultural families
- First-grade elementary students
● Available Regions
Suwon, Goyang, Bucheon, Ansan, Siheung, Anseong, Incheon, Gwacheon, Gapyeong, Yeoncheon, Uijeongbu, Guri, Pocheon, Yangju, Yeoju, Dongducheon (16 cities/counties)
4. Eligibility by Age Group
| Program | Target Age | Main Services | Operating Regions |
| Dachaeeum | Ages 7–18 | Counseling, career consulting | 11 cities/counties |
| Dabaeum | Preschool or 1st grade | Basic learning, elementary guidance | 16 cities/counties |
5. How to Apply & Contact Information
- Contact your local multicultural family support center or relevant department at city hall
- You can also check the “Multicultural Family Support Center Guide” page
- Participation regions may vary by program, so check the official website for your area
- View Multicultural & Family Support Center Locations
