Foreword from the Chairperson The Commission will faithfully carry out its mission of fostering a society that places the utmost value on “people” and where every person is equally respected The year 2017 was marked by dynamic events more than any other time in Korean history. It saw the impeachment and arrest of an incumbent President, followed by a presidential election that took place earlier than planned, all of which would not have occurred were it not for the candlelight vigil staged by the people. The process leading up to these major historical events was the result of what is now dubbed “a successful, nonviolent people’s revolution,” unprecedented in history. What the people aspired to achieve and uphold were the values of democracy and human rights. This is why the new administration set out to put “people” at the heart of state affairs. With the vision of realizing “a world where everyone lives the fullness of humanity,” the Commission is now in the center of change and reform for a new era. In May, immediately following the inauguration of the new administration, the Commission presented the Top Ten Human Rights Tasks for the government, which includes strengthening human rights guarantee in the face of low birth rate and ageing society, achieving social integration by tackling polarization issues, and improving the quality of life. A significant portion of the Commission’s proposed tasks were accommodated by the government in its policy plan. Also, during a special brief to the President in December, the Commission underscored the need for legislative efforts towards a new system to guarantee human rights, including amending the Constitution to incorporate enhanced basic rights, and enacting the Framework Act on