The Korean Childcare Center Federation criticizes the 2027 government budget for failing to meet the social welfare facility labor cost guidelines, calling for increased national funding and a unified standard.
Key points
•2027 government budget, childcare worker basic salary at 95.4%
•Korean Childcare Center Federation, calls for 100% guideline implementation
•calls for increased national funding and a unified standard
The Korean Childcare Center Federation has criticized the 2027 government budget for not fully aligning with the social welfare facility labor cost guidelines, demanding that basic salaries for childcare workers reach 100% of these standards.
The federation argues that the current system, which varies by region's financial conditions, affects the quality of on-the-ground childcare services. It advocates for a national standard to ensure consistent service quality across the country.
The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child also highlights the need for uniform financial support to avoid regional disparities affecting children’s rights. The federation urges government and parliament to incorporate these demands in budget deliberations.