Changwon Special City CEO Choi Pilsoon of Shinshin Wedding Hall Receives Order of Civil Merit Magnolia Medal

Supported 15,000 Couples with Free Weddings
Recognized for Contributions to Creating a Family-Friendly Social Culture

Changwon Special City in South Gyeongsang Province announced on May 8 that Choi Pilsoon, CEO of Shinshin Wedding Hall, was awarded the Order of Civil Merit, Magnolia Medal at the "2025 Family Month Commemoration Ceremony" hosted by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family. The award recognizes her contributions to creating a family-friendly social culture and is a national honor bestowed upon citizens who have contributed to social development.

Choi Pilsoon, CEO of Shinshin Wedding Hall, awarded the Order of Civil Merit, Magnolia Medal.

Since 1967, CEO Choi has operated Shinshin Wedding Hall and has supported 15,000 engaged couples who could not afford a wedding due to financial difficulties by providing free weddings, including officiating the ceremonies herself, lending wedding attire, offering photography services, and arranging traditional wedding rituals, helping couples begin a new chapter in their lives.

CEO Choi said, "Hosting free weddings has always brought me joy and happiness, and I am truly grateful to receive such a prestigious award," adding, "As long as my health allows, I will continue to support engaged couples in need of free weddings."

Jang Geumyong, acting mayor of Changwon Special City, said, "I sincerely congratulate CEO Choi Pilsoon on receiving the Order of Civil Merit, Magnolia Medal, and thank her for taking the lead in fostering a family-friendly social culture in our community." He added, "The city will also strengthen customized services for different family types and work to create a more family-friendly social environment."

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