along with future challenges to the President and the National Assembly and to be shared by the public. This report also covers the whole range of major initiatives including policy measures, investigations, education, promotion, and collaborative initiatives at home and abroad taken by the NHRCK in 2011 to fulfill our commitment for the protection and promotion of human rights in Korea. We hope that this report will present us the opportunity to receive feedbacks from the public on our activities and gather ideas for further improvement. In this regard, I encourage you to send us your opinions for improving the NHRCK. Lastly, I extend my greatest appreciation to everyone who has endeavored to share your support, encouragement, and words of wisdom. I ask you to continue to share with us your support as well as criticism for the betterment of the NHRCK. Thank you. Hyun, Byung Chul Chairperson National Human Rights Commission of the Republic of Korea