The easiest way to get real-time insights from North Korean refugees.
Get the survey data you need to conduct a variety of research projects.
The easiest way to get real-time insights from North Korean refugees.
Get the survey data you need to conduct a variety of research projects.
+ 10,000 People
+ 1,550 Panels
+ 60 Projects
Connecting North Korea Researchers
with North Korean Defectors
Finding and connecting with willing study participants is a common challenge those researching North Korea. That’s why we, at Woorion, strive to become the bridge that connects researchers with defectors in order to facilitate accurate, reliable, and meaningful research on North Korea.
Advantages of Our Research
Woorion has more than 10,000 members, roughly one-third of the total number of North Korean defectors (around 33,000). This gives us the capacity to conduct diverse and meaningful surveys.
Identification
Our up-to-date database on North Korean defectors enables identification for reliable research.
Large Samples
Thanks to our database, we’re able to recruit high volumes of survey participants for larger data samples.
Fast Results
We proceed with panels that complete surveys diligently for quick and accurate results.
High Quality
We’re selective about the projects we conduct, dedicating intensive time and effort to each to produce high quality results.
North Korean defector members and panels using Woorion
Members | ![]() | Panels | ![]() | Research Projects |
+10,000 | 1,748 | 60 |
Woorion Panel Statistics
<Region of Origin>
<Current Region of Residence>
Region | Proportion of People |
Gangwon-do | 2.60% |
Ryanggang-do | 29.2% |
Pyeong-an-do | 5.3% |
Pyeong-an-jik-hal-shi | 4.9% |
Hamgyoung-do | 53.1% |
Hwanghae-do | 3.7% |
Chagang-do | 0.2% |
Region | Proportion of People |
Seoul | 38.28% |
Gyeonggi-do | 50% |
Gangwon-do | 0.94% |
Chungcheong-do | 2.69% |
Jeolla-do | 3.37% |
Gyeongsang-do | 4.72% |
<Panel age>
10s | 20s | 30s | 40s | 50s | 60s |
2% | 26% | 30% | 26% | 14% | 2% |
Provisional Service
Content Testing
We invite North Korean defectors to test the content or service you wish to develop for North Korea to provide feedback on the feasibility and suitability for North Korea.
Inspection Service
We inspect and confirm the delivery of information or content within North Korea or specific regions.
Survey Recruitment
We do not simply recruit by mass advertisement, but rather identify and directly contact individuals meeting the desired research criteria. This helps to prevent larger survey errors.
Focus Groups
We provide the opportunity to listen to the thoughts and feedback of North Korean defectors about different types on content or activities relating to North Korea that you may wish to develop in the ideation stage.
Reviews of institutions who have used Woorion’s survey service.
“Woorion has made it easier to conduct surveys. Not only was it helpful to find respondents, but it was great to have the surveys facilitated as well.”
(Professor Andrei Lankov / Kookmin University)
"Gratefully, the survey was conducted very swiftly, and we received a high rate of response from the surveys conducted via Woorion. As a result, I was able to complete the research I planned well. I would like to thank the North Korean defectors who responded to the Woorion survey."
(Jeong Seung-mok/ Seoul National University)
"It is not easy to recruit North Korean participants who have defected for surveys pertaining to politics and economics. Because of Woorion’s meticulous and responsible cooperation we were able to produce a meaningful research. I sincerely apprecite it."
(Professor Oh Hyun-jin/ Korea University)
"With a strong network and years of experience, Woorion has found the people who fit our project. I was able to complete the study very successfully. I want to say thank you for your good cooperation."
(Director, Kim Hyungmo/ NDI)
"Woorion has the great capacity to conduct important policy-related large-scale surveys, interviews, and research projects on various aspects of North Korea. Woorion works with the highest level of expertise, attention to detail, and empathy. I look forward to further collaborating with this great organization on research projects!"
(Dr. Jieun Baek / Harvard University)
"While conducting the research with Woorion, we were able to recruit North Korean defectors who met the research needs. Additionally, if we had requests in the middle of the research a representative from Woorion swiftly helped us. Thanks to this, we were able to quickly recruit the number of people needed within the deadline and conducted the research smoothly."
(Professor Cho Soo-jin / Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary)
<Region of Origin>
<Current Region of Residence>
Region | Proportion of People |
Gangwon-do | 2.60% |
Ryanggang-do | 29.2% |
Pyeong-an-do | 5.3% |
Pyeong-an-jik-hal-shi | 4.9% |
Hamgyoung-do | 53.1% |
Hwanghae-do | 3.7% |
Chagang-do | 0.2% |
Region | Proportion of People |
Seoul | 38.28% |
Gyeonggi-do | 50% |
Gangwon-do | 0.94% |
Chungcheong-do | 2.69% |
Jeolla-do | 3.37% |
Gyeongsang-do | 4.72% |
10s | 20s | 30s | 40s | 50s | 60s |
2% | 26% | 30% | 26% | 14% | 2% |
Content Testing
We invite North Korean defectors to test the content or service you wish to develop for North Korea to provide feedback on the feasibility and suitability for North Korea.
Survey Recruitment
We do not simply recruit by mass advertisement, but rather identify and directly contact individuals meeting the desired research criteria. This helps to prevent larger survey errors.
Inspection Service
We inspect and confirm the delivery of information or content within North Korea or specific regions.
Focus Groups
We provide the opportunity to listen to the thoughts and feedback of North Korean defectors about different types on content or activities relating to North Korea that you may wish to develop in the ideation stage.
Process Guide
Initial Inquiry
and Meeting
Draft Survey Conditions and
File Contract
Survey Sample Recruitment and Panel Configuration
Translation and Consultation
Recruitment of Survey Participants and Conduction of Survey
Cost Budgeting and Tax Filing
Reviews of institutions who have used Woorion’s survey service.
![]() | “Woorion has made it easier to conduct surveys. Not only was it helpful to find respondents, but it was great to have the surveys facilitated as well.” (Professor Andrei Lankov / Kookmin University) |
![]() | "Gratefully, the survey was conducted very swiftly, and we received a high rate of response from the surveys conducted via Woorion. As a result, I was able to complete the research I planned well. I would like to thank the North Korean defectors who responded to the Woorion survey." (Jeong Seung-mok/ Seoul National University) |
![]() | "It is not easy to recruit North Korean participants who have defected for surveys pertaining to politics and economics. Because of Woorion’s meticulous and responsible cooperation we were able to produce a meaningful research. I sincerely apprecite it." (Professor Oh Hyun-jin/ Korea University) |
![]() | "With a strong network and years of experience, Woorion has found the people who fit our project. I was able to complete the study very successfully. I want to say thank you for your good cooperation." (Director, Kim Hyungmo/ NDI) |
![]() | "Woorion has the great capacity to conduct important policy-related large-scale surveys, interviews, and research projects on various aspects of North Korea. Woorion works with the highest level of expertise, attention to detail, and empathy. I look forward to further collaborating with this great organization on research projects!" (Dr. Jieun Baek / Harvard University) |
![]() | "While conducting the research with Woorion, we were able to recruit North Korean defectors who met the research needs. Additionally, if we had requests in the middle of the research a representative from Woorion swiftly helped us. Thanks to this, we were able to quickly recruit the number of people needed within the deadline and conducted the research smoothly." (Professor Cho Soo-jin / Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary) |
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