1. Basic Direction of Social Service Policy

Hanyang University established the Social Volunteer Corps and systematically operates social service activities to align with its founding principles, educational philosophy, and educational objectives.

[Founding Philosophy]: Cultivating great "practitioners of love" who contribute to humanity.
[Educational Philosophy]: Nurturing individuals with the virtues of diligence, honesty, humility, and service.
[Educational Purpose]: Nurturing individuals who realize their potential and contribute to the prosperity of local communities, the nation, and humanity
by teaching and researching profound theories and comprehensive, meticulous application methods.

(1) Securing a foundation for realizing the founding philosophy through the mandatory practice of social service.

Based on the founding philosophy of "Love in Action" our university established the first Social Volunteer Corps in a Korean university in 1994. Additionally, the completion of the social service course (1 credit) has been made a graduation requirement to encourage active participation in social service.
Through the mandatory completion of the social service course, we aim to provide an opportunity for students to grow into global leaders embodying the founding philosophy. To expand global social service in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we operate social service programs linked to the 17 SDGs.

(2) Ensuring the initiative of students participating in social service activities.

In the process of completing social service courses and volunteer programs, students are given opportunities to propose their own projects. Additionally, to support the realization of these ideas, we provide various exchange and educational programs such as the Asia Pacific Youth Exchange, Social Venture Youth Exchange, and Social Innovation Boot Camp. We also connect various resources both on and off-campus to help develop and implement social innovation ideas.

(3) The beginning of solving social issues that change the world, the establishment and operation of the first-ever Social Innovation Interdisciplinary Program.

In April 2018, our university became the first in East Asia to join "Ashoka U," a global network of social innovation universities. This achievement solidified our position as an institution dedicated to fostering "changemakers" with the three core competencies of Public Mind (responsibility toward the community), Value Creation (creative value generation), and Global Networking (capacity for resource linkage to action). This was made possible by the newly established Social Innovation Interdisciplinary Program, which is connected to various extracurricular and academic programs, forming a comprehensive social innovation education system. New students in the Social Innovation Interdisciplinary Program are recruited each semester, and the university has established its own Social Innovation Curriculum Committee to ensure the quality of the program. Every semester, the curriculum is revised based on student feedback to enhance the effectiveness of the courses.

2. Policies Related to Social Service

Hanyang University has established a policy to create a university where all members engage in service. The foundation for the establishment of the Social Volunteer Corps is outlined in the Articles of Incorporation of Hanyang Foundation, and the university has enacted regulations for the Social Volunteer Corps, formalizing its establishment and the practice of the founding philosophy.
In accordance with the Implementation Rules of the Hanyang University Academic Regulations, all enrolled students are required to complete social service as a graduation requirement.

Articles of Incorporation of Hanyang Foundation

Article 90
⑥ A Social Volunteer Corps, a Graduate School Team, and a Software Convergence Center shall be established under the direct supervision of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

[Implementation Rules of Hanyang University Academic Regulations I]

Article 3
⑩ Students at the Seoul campus are required to complete "Social Service" as a graduation requirement during their enrollment.

Regulations of the Social Volunteer Corps

**Article 1 (Purpose)** The purpose of these regulations is to stipulate matters concerning the organization and operation of the Social Volunteer Corps (hereinafter referred to as "the Corps") in accordance with Article 90 of the Articles of Incorporation of Hanyang Foundation.
**Article 2 (Activities)** The purpose of this Corps is to practically embody the founding philosophy of our university, "Love in Action" by educating individuals to personally practice love for the university, neighbors, the nation, and humanity. It aims to establish a university culture of serving society through the practice of love.

1) Performance of Social Service Courses Linked to the UN SDGs

(1) Social Service Linked to the UN SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals): Since 2017, our university has been operating social service programs linked to the SDGs. The key programs are as follows:

a. SDG-2: Zero Hunger, Food Security, and Sustainable Agriculture Development

• ① Sip-si-IL-bap: After volunteering at the student cafeteria, students collect the meal vouchers they receive as compensation and donate them to low-income students.
• ② Rural Volunteer Activities: This program, held during the summer break, helps farmers with their work and is organized by the Student Council.

b. SDG-4: Quality Education - Providing inclusive, equitable, and quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.

• ① Volunteer activities organized at local children's centers, welfare centers, and other community organizations, offering educational, mentoring, and childcare support programs at elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as special education schools and other educational settings in Seoul.
• ② Foreign Student Orientation Assistants: A program organized by the university's International Office, aimed at helping international freshmen adjust to campus life.

c. SDG-8: Good Jobs and Economic Growth - Promoting sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
• ① Assisting with Work Activities for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: A program that supports the economic activities of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• ② Book Input for the Visually Impaired: A program that involves inputting books in Braille to enhance the intellectual development of individuals with visual impairments. 

d. SDG-12: Responsible Consumption and Production - Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• ① Assisting at Beautiful Store: A program where volunteers work at Beautiful Store locations, supporting marginalized communities and public welfare activities both domestically and internationally through the reuse of goods.

e. Additionally, more than 3,000 students complete social service programs each year, including those in the area of SDG-3: Good Health and Well-being, which focuses on ensuring health coverage and promoting well-being for all age groups.