National Human Rights Commission of the Republic of Korea beyond basic adjustment training and national basic livelihood security subsidy. In addition, regarding the question of whether to accept North Korean refugees in the case of a mass refugee originating out of North Korea, a majority of respondents said it would be better to selectively accept only some, taking account of South Korea’s economic capacity and diplomatic burden, rather than to accept all or none. The majority of respondents wanted to maintain the current level in exchange with or support for North Korea rather than either expanding or reducing. On the other hand, neighbors or peers at work demonstrated a higher interest in, and sense of intimacy toward North Korean defectors than the general public. According to in-depth interviews with North Korean defectors, 38% of interviewees experienced discrimination in finding a job while about 20% experienced it in their relations with neighbors and 52% in school or work. The Commission plans to perform necessary policy recommendations by collecting diverse opinions from experts and relevant authorities and organizations based on this survey result. ③ Activities of the Special Committee on the Human Rights in North Korea The Special Committee on the Human Rights in North Korea (chairperson, Yoon Nam-geun) is an exclusive body in the NHRCK dedicated to responding to important human rights issues of North Korea domestically and internationally. In 2014, a total of six meetings were held in the Special Committee where the draft North Korean Human Rights Act with related recommendations were developed, and statements on the major human rights issues of North Korea such as the UN COI work and the establishment of the UN North Korean Human Rights Field-based Structure in Korea were prepared and issued. As such, the Special Committee continued to play a proactive role in improving human rights in North Korea. Chapter 1. Improvement of Laws, Regulations, Institutions, Policies and Practices ▪▪▪ 71

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