National Human Rights Commission of Korea Annual Report 2022 Investigations and Remedies of Discrimination In 2022, a total of 2,036 discrimination petitions were filed, which marked a decrease of 528 cases (20.6%) compared to the previous year (2,564 cases). This decrease can be attributed to a reduction in the proportion of collective petitions, which decreased from 768 cases (30%) in 2021 to 400 cases (19.6%) in 2022. The breakdown of discrimination cases by specific areas in 2022 was as follows: discrimination in the supply or use of goods or services accounted for 882 cases (43.3%), employment-related discrimination 726 cases (35.6%), sexual harassment 171 cases (8.4%), discrimination in other areas 166 cases (8.2%), and discrimination in the use of educational facilities and other areas 91 cases (4.5%). The number of cases seeking remedies for rights violations decreased by 0.8% to 474 cases compared to the previous year. However, the number of cases resulting in remedial recommendations increased by 18.9%. The Commission recommended revising ethical guidelines that restrict fertility treatments for unmarried women. It also called for the rectification of discriminatory practices related to COVID-19 infection management allowances based on employment types. Furthermore, it expressed its opinions on several issues, including restrictions on mobile phone use for logistics center workers and discriminatory practices in the promotion and re-appointment of clinical professors in university hospitals, particularly regarding the requirement of recommendation letters. The Commission also conducted suo motu investigations to address discriminatory practices within private schools, such as educational background restrictions, excessive weighting of academic degrees, the implementation of a grading system based on the alma mater in staff recruitment, and discrimination in employment based on educational background and academic credentials. These endeavors were undertaken to tackle these concerns and establish remedial measures. Strengthening Capacity for Deliberate Investigations The Commission conducted suo motu investigations and performed on-site inspections in cases that required monitoring and intervention. In 2022, it decided to initiate seven suo motu investigations. Six cases, including two carried over from the previous year, were conducted and resulted in relief recommendations. Additionally, the Commission decided to initiate seven on- 64