Sergeant's Seven Years of Silent Service and Donations Spark Conversation

Sergeant Eom Dae-ung of the 17th Division's Northern Advance Brigade has dedicated seven years to consistent volunteer work and donations. Since April 2019, he has supported five organizations, including the Korea Association for Rehabilitation and Welfare of the Disabled and the Green Children's Regional Center.

His contributions total 30 million won in donations and around 4,000 hours of volunteer service. Sergeant Eom's commitment began after an encounter with children from a childcare facility at the Gyeonggi Goyang International Flower Expo in 2019. This experience sparked his belief that "my small help can be a great hope for someone."

Even when face-to-face volunteering became difficult due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Eom continued his efforts. He delivered rice and snacks to childcare facilities and elderly centers, and offered his talents. His dedication was recognized when the Korea Association for Rehabilitation and Welfare of the Disabled appointed him as an honorary planning director. Eom's good deeds recently came to light through a petition submitted to the Civil Petition and Civil Service Commission, commending his service to the nation.