The enactment of the Law Fostering Saemaul Undong Organizations in December 1980 gave birth to Saemaul Undong Headquarters which, in turn, paved the way for a new era of leadership by the private sector. The new body has governed Saemaul Undong ever since, incorporating five member associations under its umbrella: The Central Council of Saemaul Leaders, the Central Council of Saemaul Women’s Club, the Central Council of Saemaul Undong at Corporations, the Korea Mini Library Association, and the Federation of Saemaul Credit Unions.