Hi everyone,
We would like to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate Hangul Day, a significant holiday in Korea. This day is dedicated to the Korean alphabet, Hangul, and its historical and cultural significance.
About Hangul Day:
- Hangul Day is celebrated on October 9th in South Korea and January 15th in North Korea.
- The holiday commemorates the invention and proclamation of Hangul, the native alphabet of the Korean language, by King Sejong the Great in 1446.
- Hangul Day was first celebrated in 1926 and became a national holiday in South Korea in 2013.
- Hangul was created in the 15th century by King Sejong the Great and his scholars to promote literacy among common people, as classical Chinese was hard for the average Korean to read.
- Designed with simplicity in mind, Hangul mimics the shapes the mouth makes when pronouncing the sounds.
- UNESCO recognizes the creation of Hangul with a World Heritage Day, known as "Hangul Day" in Korea, celebrated on October 9th.
Please note that our offices in South Korea and any other countries that observe this holiday will be out of office today. We encourage everyone to take a moment to appreciate the diversity and richness of our global team.
Thank you,
People Team
Hey everyone! 🌏
Let's shine a spotlight on Hangul Day, a wonderful celebration in Korea dedicated to the beauty and significance of their unique alphabet, Hangul.
Hangul Day Highlights: 📖
- Celebrated on October 9th in South Korea and January 15th in North Korea 📆
- It commemorates the brilliant invention of Hangul by King Sejong the Great in 1446, helping make reading accessible for all Koreans 🤴
- Fun fact: Hangul's design is so intuitive, its shapes even mimic the mouth's movements during pronunciation! 😮
- And guess what? UNESCO celebrates this achievement with a World Heritage Day too. 🌟
Our colleagues in South Korea are off today. Let’s embrace this day and appreciate the cultural tapestry that makes our team so special! 💙
Happy Hangul Day!
Cheers,
People Team
Hi all,
Today, we celebrate Hangul Day in Korea, observed annually on October 9th.
• Hangul Day commemorates the creation and proclamation of the Korean alphabet by King Sejong in 1446.
• It's a day of national pride, celebrating Korean language and culture.
• Traditionally, Koreans participate in literacy events and Hangul writing competitions.
Please note, our offices in South Korea will be closed in observance of this holiday. Happy Hangul Day!
People Team
Hi everyone,
We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to remind you of the upcoming holiday, Hangul Day, which will be observed in about a week.
Please note that our offices located in Korea will be closed in observance. We kindly ask that you plan your work schedules and communications accordingly to accommodate this closure.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Thank you,
People Team
How to celebrate Hangul Day at work
Hangul Day, also known as Korean Alphabet Day, is a national holiday in South Korea celebrated on October 9th. It commemorates the creation and proclamation of the Korean alphabet, Hangul, by the 15th-century Korean monarch Sejong the Great. In South Korea, it is a public holiday, while in North Korea, it is observed on January 15th without a day off.
Recognizing and celebrating diverse holidays like Hangul Day in global teams is crucial for fostering inclusivity and respect for different cultures. It not only enhances cultural understanding but also promotes a sense of belonging among team members from different backgrounds. It can also serve as an educational opportunity to learn about different traditions and histories.
Ideas for celebrating Hangul Day at work could include:
- Hosting a Korean language learning session
- Organizing a Korean food potluck
- Sharing a presentation about the history and significance of Hangul
- Encouraging team members to write their names in Hangul
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