Kyungnam University’s University Innovation Support Project held the 2025 YouthLed Community Innovation Project Competition on June 23 at Changjo Gwan. The event provided a platform for young people to identify local community issues, design and implement projects to address them, and share their outcomes. A total of 19 teams participated, showcasing their passion and creativity through a wide range of projects.
Project topics included preventing child abuse and school violence, as well as improving local transportation systems. The competition’s grand prize went to BUSTEP, which received high praise from the judges for its innovative User Experience design proposals aimed at creating a more convenient and safer city bus environment in Changwon.
Jeong Eun-hee, head of the Community Contribution Center, stated that the competition showed how young people can lead change in their communities. She added that continued support will be provided to help them make a positive impact.
The judges also praised the event as a meaningful demonstration of youth-driven
community change and expressed high hopes for their future efforts.
