Embassy of the United States Seoul Korea

March 10, 2010 - Remarks by the First Lady at the International Women of Courage Awards

MRS. OBAMA: Well, thank you. This is indeed a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you today. You all look fabulous. (Laughter.) 

Women of Courage Honored at State Department

Washington — First lady Michelle Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton honored women human rights activists from around the world with this year’s Women of Courage awards at a special ceremony March 10 at the State Department. 

March 10, 2010 - International Women of Courage Awards

Secretary Clinton and First Lady Michelle Obama host the annual International Women of Courage Awards at the Department of State. View Video »

Dr. Lee Ae-ran (Republic of Korea)

Promoting human rights in North Korea and aiding the refugee community in the Republic of Korea. “And then there’s Dr. Lee Ae-ran who spent eight years of her childhood in a North Korean prison camp. And after a harrowing escape to South Korea, she became a tireless advocate for North Korean refugees and the first defector to run for Korea’s National Assembly. (Applause.)  

Special Feature: Women’s History Month & International Women’s Day 2010