Abstract
This research explores the factors that contribute to resilient local youth communities in South Korea, using the “Workday Club” as a case study. It examines how these communities combat the challenges posed by urbanization and migration to Seoul causing a regional decline and a depopulation crisis. The study emphasizes the importance of rekindling traditional Korean community values, like “Dure,” which fosters collaboration and social support. The research also analyses youth communities and entrepreneurship and identifies critical factors such as social engagement and entrepreneurial opportunities as key to building resilience. Ultimately, it provides insights and strategies for building thriving youth communities that blend social and business aspects, foster mentorship, and encourage adaptability in a changing world.
Keywords
Resilient Youth Community, Youth Entrepreneurship, Social Cohesion, 두레 (Dure)
DOI
https://doi.org/10.21606/servdes2025.77
Citation
Lee, Y.(2025) Building a Resilient Local Youth Community in South Korea: A Case Study of the “Workday Club”, in Mahamuni, R., Onkar, P. (eds.), ServDes 2025: Empowering Diversity, Nurturing Lasting Impact, 6–10 October, Hyderabad, India. https://doi.org/10.21606/servdes2025.77
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Building a Resilient Local Youth Community in South Korea: A Case Study of the “Workday Club”
This research explores the factors that contribute to resilient local youth communities in South Korea, using the “Workday Club” as a case study. It examines how these communities combat the challenges posed by urbanization and migration to Seoul causing a regional decline and a depopulation crisis. The study emphasizes the importance of rekindling traditional Korean community values, like “Dure,” which fosters collaboration and social support. The research also analyses youth communities and entrepreneurship and identifies critical factors such as social engagement and entrepreneurial opportunities as key to building resilience. Ultimately, it provides insights and strategies for building thriving youth communities that blend social and business aspects, foster mentorship, and encourage adaptability in a changing world.