Table of Contents
- Core Project for Discovering Busan Youth Talents Elevated in Status
- Competency-focused Talent Discovery through Sector-specific Evaluation... Intense 40:1 Competition Ratio
- So far, World-Class Selectees Prove the Global Leap of Busan Youth
- Busan Youth Are Ready to Step into the World
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Core Project for Discovering Busan Youth Talents Elevated in Status
The '2025 Youth World-Class Talent Development Project' being promoted by the City of Busan has completed its first document screening and has entered a new stage to select next-generation global talents. This project is an innovative program that supports Busan's youth with tailored capacity development funds of up to 100 million won, and its scale and significance have been expanding every year.
A total of 120 individuals applied for this year's project, which is a 71% increase compared to last year. This result shows the high interest from young people. Notably, in the newly added 'Future New Industry' sector this year, talents in advanced technology fields such as artificial intelligence, secondary batteries, and blockchain account for 23%, drawing attention.
Through this project, Busan City strives to foster global talents and assist young people in preparing for a better future. The goal for 2025 is to support youth to thrive on the global stage.
Competency-focused Talent Discovery through Sector-specific Evaluation... Intense 40:1 Competition Ratio
The first document screening was conducted by a judging panel consisting of 6 experts. They evaluated based on ▲willingness to advance ▲potential for growth ▲ability to contribute to the community.
A total of 120 applicants competed to select 3 final candidates, resulting in a competition ratio of an impressive 40:1. Among the applicants, innovators made up 38%, culture and arts 39%, and future new industries, which include advanced technology fields, accounted for 23%. This outcome demonstrates the interest and enthusiasm from each sector.
Of the 15 who passed the document screening, 5 will be selected from each sector to participate in the second presentation evaluation held in June. Subsequently, in July and August, the final 3 will be decided through public assessments involving a citizen evaluation panel.
The selected individuals will receive financial support of 20 million won in the first year, 50 million won in the second year, and 30 million won in the third year. Additionally, various competency enhancement programs including professional training, domestic and international mentoring, and global study opportunities will also be provided.
So far, World-Class Selectees Prove the Global Leap of Busan Youth
The achievements of this project are very clear. From 2021 to the present, a total of 12 World-Class youth have distinguished themselves in their respective fields.
Some notable examples include designer Yoon Seok-woon, who won the Presidential Award at the 'Korea Fashion Awards', writer Oh Seong-eun, who is actively involved in the e-book platform 'Millie's Library', and chef Jeon Ji-sung, who was selected in the Michelin Guide. All of them, based in Busan, are growing into internationally recognized talents.
The 2024 selectees include talents from various fields such as visual arts, ESG entrepreneurship, and the sports industry. This shows that the project is evolving into a youth development platform that encompasses diversity and future potential, going beyond a simple scholarship program. Such changes are laying a foundation for more young people to thrive in various fields in the future.
Busan Youth Are Ready to Step into the World
The 'Youth World-Class Talent Development Project' does not stop at mere financial support but provides youth with opportunities to design their futures and grow into global talents.
In 2025, this project is expected to provide a platform where Busan's youth can excel in the fields of technology, art, and innovation, and also enhance the competitiveness of the entire city.
During the process where 3 are finally selected through the second presentation evaluations and public assessments, the youth will undergo intense competition. At this point, warm encouragement from citizens is essential.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the main purpose of the 2025 Youth World-Class Talent Development Project?
To foster global talents among Busan youth through tailored support.
The 2025 Youth World-Class Talent Development Project is a program where the City of Busan supports youth with capacity development funds of up to 100 million won. This project provides professional training, mentoring, and global study opportunities so that young people can thrive on the world stage, focusing on nurturing the next generation of global talents. Helping Busan youth prepare for a better future and make an international leap is the core objective.
Q. What is the current status and characteristics of project applicants?
120 people applied with a high competition ratio of 40:1, and the share of the future new industry sector is 23%.
This year, a total of 120 youth applied for the project, which is a 71% increase compared to last year. Six experts participated in the evaluation, assessing willingness to advance, growth potential, and community contribution. Among the applicants, innovators accounted for 38%, culture and arts 39%, and the future new industry sector, which includes advanced technology fields, accounted for 23%, highlighting the interest of youth in high-tech sectors.
Q. What are the support details and evaluation process for the final selected candidates?
15 will go through a second presentation evaluation and public assessment, leading to the selection of 3, who will receive support of up to 100 million won over 3 years.
15 applicants who passed the document screening will participate in the second presentation evaluation, with 5 selected from each sector. The final 3 will be decided through public assessments involving a citizen evaluation panel in July and August. The selected individuals will receive financial support of 20 million won in the first year, 50 million won in the second year, and 30 million won in the third year, along with professional training, domestic and international mentoring, and global study programs to comprehensively enhance their capacities.
Q. What are some representative success cases of World-Class youth?
Yoon Seok-woon won the Presidential Award, Oh Seong-eun is active on an e-book platform, and chef Jeon Ji-sung was selected by the Michelin Guide.
Since 2021, a total of 12 World-Class youth have distinguished themselves in their respective fields. Designer Yoon Seok-woon won the Presidential Award at the Korea Fashion Awards, writer Oh Seong-eun is actively involved in the e-book platform 'Millie's Library', and chef Jeon Ji-sung achieved the feat of being selected in the Michelin Guide, growing into an internationally recognized talent based in Busan. These achievements prove the global leap of Busan youth across various fields.
Q. What significance does this project hold for Busan and its youth?
It provides opportunities for global growth for youth and contributes to enhancing the competitiveness of the City of Busan.
The Youth World-Class Talent Development Project is a platform that helps youth design their futures and grow into global talents, going beyond simple financial support. It allows Busan youth to demonstrate their exceptional capabilities in technology, art, and innovation, thereby contributing to enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of the City of Busan as a whole. Additionally, through citizen evaluation panel participation, it also spreads positive effects in terms of community engagement and encouragement culture.
