Professor Emeritus Lee Gisuk of Silla University Appointed Chairperson of Korea Women's Rights Promotion Institute

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[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] Professor Emeritus Lee Gisuk of Silla University has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Korea Women's Rights Promotion Agency.

The new chairperson previously served as a professor in the Department of Women's Studies and Family and Elderly Welfare at Silla University and as the chairperson of the Women's Rights Support Center "Sallim." She is recognized as an educator and women's rights activist who has led the growth of local women for about 40 years.

The new chairperson was appointed by the Minister of Gender Equality and Family on the 16th following a recommendation from the Executive Recommendation Committee. Her term will last until April 15, 2023.

Chairperson Lee stated, "Preventing sexual violence, domestic violence, prostitution, digital sexual violence, and resolving the issue of the Japanese military 'comfort women' are important responsibilities of the Korea Women's Rights Promotion Agency," adding, "There are many difficulties and efforts on the ground, and expectations for the agency are high, so I will undertake this role with a heavy sense of responsibility."

The Korea Women's Rights Promotion Agency is a public institution under the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, established under Article 46-2 of the Framework Act on Gender Equality. It was founded as a special corporation in December 2019 to professionally and systematically prevent violence against women and support victims.

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