Communist Mother’s Honor Prize: 21 North Korean Women Recognized for Raising Future Leaders

North Korea has awarded the Communist Mother’s Honor Prize to 21 exemplary mothers who have set a standard for families and future generations. The award ceremony was held at the Women’s Hall and was attended by high-ranking officials.

Key figures such as Secretary Ri Il Hwan, Deputy Director of the Party Central Committee Kim Jong Sun, and Chairwoman of the Korean Socialist Women’s Alliance Chon Hyang Sun, along with other women’s league officials and exemplary members, were present at the ceremony.

During the ceremony, Ri emphasized, “The sincerity and dedicated efforts of mothers, who have selflessly devoted decades to their beloved children and the future of our nation, shine beautifully amid the respect of the people.”

He highlighted the honorees’ diversity, including mothers who raised their sons to become national heroes and labor champions, mothers who have encouraged their children to serve in defense of the homeland and in challenging workplaces, and those who have committed themselves to implement the Party’s agricultural policies. The awardees also include mothers who have excellently raised orphans, mothers from families of scientists and educators, and the wives of honored soldiers.

As part of the Communist Mother’s Honor Prize, each of the 21 recipients received a certificate, gift vouchers, and gold rings.