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[Photo News] Hana empowers inclusive art
Hana Financial Group Chairman Ham Young-joo (center) poses with Grand Prize winners of the 'Hana Artverse' contest during the awards ceremony held at Hana Bank's headquarters in Eulji-ro, central Seoul, on Thursday. Now in its fourth year, the annual contest honors artists with developmental disabilities in celebration of South Korea's Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed on April 20. This year's contest drew 877 submissions, with 30 winners selected — 21 adults and nine children. 'At Hana Financial Group, we will walk alongside artists with developmental disabilities as they pursue their dreams in a world free of stereotypes,' Ham said. 'We will continue supporting efforts to enhance disability awareness.' (Hana Financial Group)
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