Reported 12 months ago
The '2024 Youth Summer Project' in Kaohsiung began on July 1st, with the city government intensifying efforts to combat drug involvement among youth, gang activities, fraud, and to protect minors, purifying the environment for their growth. Various city departments collaborated in a joint inspection concentrated on large KTVs and dance halls, deploying 626 police personnel to check gathering spots for youth disturbances, emphasizing the need for safe and high-quality activities for young people. The project's main focus includes drug prevention, combating gang recruitment of juveniles, preventing sexual exploitation, promoting diverse activities, raising awareness about employment scams, and ensuring business premises and water safety. Officials urge parents to monitor their underage children's activities, warning against late-night outings, unhealthy places, and potential crimes. Furthermore, public and private sectors are organizing safe recreational activities for youths during the summer and emphasizing water safety to prevent accidents. The city also addresses fraudulent job offers targeting students and promotes crime prevention to enhance legal awareness among youth. Additionally, summer events like the Kite Festival and Harbor Ice Party aim to encourage teenagers to engage in healthy recreational activities for holistic development while ensuring safety measures and traffic planning for the public's enjoyment and security.
Source: YAHOO