We stand by the happy lives and dreams of female North Korean defectors
Vice Minister Kim Soo Kyung holds a discussion with female North
Korean defectors to mark International Women’s Day (March 5)
On March 5, Vice Minister of Unification Kim Soo Kyung held a
discussion session with six female North Korean defectors active in
various fields, including entrepreneurs, office workers, and
university students, to commemorate International Women’s Day.
During the discussion with Vice Minister Kim, participants shared
their experiences as women overcoming challenges during the process of
settling in South Korea. They also exchanged ideas on practical
support measures related to employment and entrepreneurship, childcare
and education, and mental health care.
Vice Minister Kim remarked, “This was a valuable opportunity to
learn about the various difficulties women face during settlement.”
She added, “The Ministry of Unification will devise practical support
measures for employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, childcare,
and mental health.”
