Chuo University selected for support project by the Institute for Humanities and Social Sciences...Starts philosophical research to explore the path to a trusting society = South Korea

Chung-Ang University in South Korea announced on the 11th that it has been selected for the 2023 Humanities and Social Research Institute Support Project sponsored by the Korea Research Foundation. The University's Central Institute of Philosophy will receive 1.56 billion won (approx.
A budget of 73 million yen) will be provided to conduct philosophical research that will transform South Korea into a trusting society. The university's industry-academia cooperation group and research institute will also cooperate.
The institute aims to develop a philosophy of communication and care for a society of trust.
Research on the theme of "Basic Research - From an Angry Society to a Trustful Society: Communication, Solidarity, and Welfare." Selected as a new pure academic research project for the 2023 Humanities and Social Sciences Research Institute support project.
Ta. The institute defined current Korean society as an ``angry society.'' This means that they have a variety of problems, including distrust and anger towards their community and neighbors, and unreasonable rejection and opposition. cause
The policy is to clarify the various social problems that have become a problem and seek solutions based on an understanding of reality. First, we will begin with the ``Philosophy of Communication Laboratory,'' which analyzes the concepts of anger society and trust society.
After conducting research, they will explore the philosophy of solidarity, which centers on solidarity, justice, and love. Based on this, the goal is to build a "philosophy of welfare" model that explores alternatives through individually tailored care and welfare.
is. Research exchanges are also planned with a variety of academic fields, including psychology, sociology, criminology, education, social welfare, education, nursing, and political science.
In addition, in order to disseminate research results, we are developing welfare philosophical models such as classes for citizens and collaborating with the Department of Education.
The curriculum will be provided to teachers in the field. Furthermore, in addition to writing a comprehensive book that will be the result of the project, he plans to publish popular books and educational books.
Research director Meng Juman, professor of philosophy at Chuo University, said, ``Pure philosophical research was chosen as a project.
This is significant as it is the only case that has been established. The university's efforts to strengthen the institute's independence have yielded results.
I want to do my best to build a theory that will serve as a new foundation for science."