Social workers at child and community centers staged a protest on September 29 to push for full implementation of wage guidelines in the 2027 budget.
Key points
•2027 government budget demands
•400 social workers protest
•Current low wage compliance rates
About 400 social workers from child and community centers held a protest on September 29, calling for the government to fully implement wage guidelines in the 2027 budget. They are demanding that the budget reflect this requirement.
Currently, only 95.4% of child center wages and 90.4% of community center wages meet the guideline standards, far below the general social welfare facility standard of 100%. The Korean Association of Social Workers has long advocated for a single wage system and hopes that this protest marks the beginning of its realization.
The event includes reports on budget progress, joint statements, and delivery of budget petitions. They aim to emphasize full implementation of wage standards and push for the introduction of a unified wage system.
