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KIND Launches ‘2026 Character Naming Contest’

– Seeking a Character Name Reflecting Its Identity as a Global Infrastructure Investment and Development Agency –

The Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND), led by President Kim Bok-hwan, announced the launch of the “2026 KIND Character Naming Contest” to invite the public to help name its official character in a way that reflects the organization’s identity.

The contest aims to discover a friendly and memorable character name—along with its meaning or backstory—that effectively represents KIND’s mission and role as a specialized public institution engaged in overseas infrastructure investment and development projects. The competition is open to all members of the public.

Submissions will be accepted from March 27 to April 12, 2026. Based on the selected name, KIND plans to develop a character universe and actively utilize it across various promotional content and both domestic and international events.

A total of six winners will be selected: one Grand Prize winner (KRW 500,000), two Excellence Award winners (KRW 300,000 each), and three Popularity Award winners (KRW 100,000 each). In addition, 100 participants will receive coffee vouchers as participation prizes.

Meanwhile, KIND recently launched its official blog and Instagram channels in February to strengthen its online presence and expand communication with the public.

A KIND official stated, “We hope this contest will serve as an opportunity to enhance public engagement and increase awareness and understanding of KIND.”

Further details about the contest can be found on the KIND website (www.kindkorea.or.kr), as well as its blog and Instagram channels.