Korea Social Welfare Council Earns Human Rights Management System (HRMS) Certification
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Korea Social Welfare Council has obtained certification for its Human Rights Management System (HRMS), becoming the first public institution in the social welfare sector to achieve this.
- The HRMS certification is based on international standards, including the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and national guidelines.
- This achievement signifies the council's commitment to upholding human rights in its management practices.
The Korea Social Welfare Council (KSWC) has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining certification for its Human Rights Management System (HRMS). This makes the KSWC the first public institution within the social welfare sector in South Korea to receive this accreditation.
The HRMS certification is a testament to the council's dedication to integrating human rights principles into its operational framework. The system is developed in alignment with international standards, drawing upon the foundational principles of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the guidelines set forth by the National Human Rights Commission of Korea. It adheres to the core tenets of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) system, ensuring a robust and internationally recognized approach to human rights management.
This achievement underscores the KSWC's proactive stance in promoting ethical governance and ensuring the protection of human rights within its sphere of influence. By implementing and being certified for the HRMS, the council demonstrates its commitment to fostering a workplace and operational environment that respects dignity, equality, and fundamental freedoms for all stakeholders.
The Human Rights Management System certification is developed to align with the core system of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), based on the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the National Human Rights Commission's Human Rights Management Guidelines.
Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.