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Islands of Korea, Islands of the World Step-by-Step Support for Island KIDI Business

Regional Specialization Projects
KIDI employs a four-stage support system to ensure
the success of the Island Regional Specialization
Project.

1. Application and Selection: Villages submit applications
through local governments.
2. Site Evaluations: Selected villages undergo comprehen
sive evaluations.
3. Development Plans: Tailored village plans are crafted
based on evaluations.
4. Implementation: Villages carry out their plans with
guidance from KIDI, fostering independence and self-
sufficiency in creating thriving island communities.

This structured approach helps identify focus areas
for specialized initiatives and supports the discovery
and development of related projects, ensuring a
sustainable future for island villages.

Fields for the 2023 Island Regional
Specialization Project
Vol.01 Sapsido Island, Boryeong City: A Pilot for
In 2023, 25 islands were selected for the Island
Island Regional Specialization Projects
Regional Specialization Project, with 21 of them
managed directly under KIDI’s professional oversight.
Sapsido Island, located in Boryeong City, is celebrated
for its stunning West Sea beaches and picturesque
By taking a leading role in these initiatives, KIDI is
attractions such as Geomeolneomeo Beach and
paving the way for vibrant and sustainable island
Jinneomeo Beach. However, the island faces challenges,
communities across Korea.
including a continuous population decline that has
adversely impacted its local economy and marine
product output.
2023 Island Regional Specialization To revitalize Sapsido’s population, economy, and
Project Overview tourism sector, KIDI partnered with Boryeong City in
June 2022 to launch a pilot project under the Island
Regional Specialization Project initiative.
Management
Regions Sites
Areas
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Crafting a Village Development Plan
with Residents
As part of the pilot project, a professional project This resident-centered approach emphasized active community participation.
management (PM) team was selected to lead the initiative. Local leaders were engaged through thorough interviews, while workshops
The team organized a preliminary briefing session with and inclusive community events provided a platform for residents to contribute
residents, conducted an in-depth assessment of Sapsido’s their insights and ideas. This collaborative process laid the foundation for a
resources, and formed a dedicated consulting group to unified specialization project tailored to Sapsido’s unique needs and potential.
guide the creation of a comprehensive village development
plan.
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