Order of Saemaeul Service Merit
# Order of Saemaeul Service Merit

The Order of Saemaeul Service Merit (Hangul: 새마을훈장, Hanja: 새마을勳章) is an order of merit of South Korea (the Republic of Korea). It is presented to individuals who contributed to the social development of the country through the New Community Movement.

## Grades

The Order of Saemaeul Service Merit is divided into five classes. The grades are as follows:

* Jarip Medal: 자립장 (自立章)
* Jajo Medal: 자조장 (自助章)
* Hyeopdong Medal: 협동장 (協同章)
* Geunmyeon Medal: 근면장 (勤勉章)
* Noryeok Medal: 노력장 (努力章)

Ribbons of the order :

| Jarip Medal | Jajo Medal | Hyeopdong Medal | Geunmyeon Medal | Noryeok Medal |
| - | - | - | - | - |

## Notable recipients

* Kim Yong-ki
