Our impact in accountability
6
dossiers submitted for targeted human rights sanctions against high-ranking perpetrators
4
submissions to United Nations bodies, broadening awareness of human rights issues
4
amendments to United Nations resolutions, laying the groundwork for effective accountability
2
North Korean entities have been sanctioned as a direct result of our evidence and submissions
Jihyun Park. North Korean Human Rights Activist
Korea Future stands out in its relentless pursuit of accountability, particularly in its advocacy for women suffering from sexual and gender-based violence. Their commitment to laying the groundwork for justice and amplifying the voices of survivors is truly transformative. As someone who has directly benefited from their unwavering support, I cannot overstate the profound impact of their work. Korea Future does not just champion victims’ rights; they ensure our stories resonate on a global scale, forging paths toward tangible change. Their dedication is not just commendable—it is life-changing for survivors like me.
Our impact in investigations
1,095
perpetrators identified through investigations, facilitating targeted accountability measures
9,150
human rights violations documented, providing a comprehensive overview of the penal system
571
detailed interviews with survivors, witnesses, and former state-affiliated agents
1,425
detainees identified, aiding in our efforts to track violations and support victims
Siobhan Hobbs. Human Rights Lawyer & Gender Justice Advocate
The organisation has a clear and unique mission, talented team and impressive and achievable goals. The investigation methodology is robust, and the team is keenly focussed on ensuring it is in line with, or exceeds best practice. The depth, quality and quantity of information in the Korea Future database is fantastic. It has the capacity to be the central repository of testimony relating to violations in the North Korean prison system, enabling the international community to have a clearer and more accurate concept of the breadth and scale of these violations.
Our impact in advocacy
22
governments & multilateral actors briefed, informing policy on North Korea
22
reports and publications detailing our investigative findings
3
contracted reports for governments, guiding policy formation
Yejin Lee. North Korean Community Activist
As a North Korean, Korea Future’s dedication to empowering exiles and supporting North Korean-led organisations through capacity-building inspires me deeply. Their approach, grounded in lived experience, not only fosters change in the North Korean refugee and human rights sector but also has a transformative effect on individual lives. Korea Future stands out as one of the few human rights organisations that genuinely prioritise psychosocial support for those they interview. Their trauma-informed methods ensure clients receive the care they need, and their capacity-building efforts for other human rights organisations on psychosocial support are invaluable.
Our impact in capacity building
160
exiled North Koreans engaged through workshops, fostering a community of informed advocates and survivors
4
workshops for exiled North Korean investigators, enhancing their skills in documentation and advocacy
4
community consultations, gathering diverse perspectives and fostering collective solutions
Tongil Somang. North Korean Resettlement Organisation
We sincerely thank Korea Future for its global work on human rights issues in the DPRK. Their dedication to uncovering the horrors the Workers’ Party of Korea inflicts upon the North Korean people is a testament to their empathy and understanding of the North Korean people’s plight. Our contribution to Korea Future’s work has included introducing survivors we support to their investigators. We express our gratitude to Korea Future for interviewing these survivors and bringing their stories into the international light. Tongilsomang continues to support Korea Future’s work.