equality from the perspective of youth

Equality from the perspective of youth

A training course on youth and gender equality took place in early April in the Van Ho district of Son La province. Organised by the For Vietnamese Stature Foundation (VSF) and Van Ho Department of Education and Training, it was the first time these young people were introduced to basic concepts of equality, as well as identifying existing gender stereotypes and norms in themselves, their family, and community.
former chilean leader talks about gender equality with vietnamese diplomats students

Former Chilean leader talks about gender equality with Vietnamese diplomats, students

Former President of Chile Michelle Bachelet Jeria, who is also former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and former Executive Director of UN Women, met with female diplomats and students of Vietnam on April 3 to talk about the role of women leaders in multilateral organisations along with diplomatic, political, and social activities.
measures sought to ensure safe cyber environment for women girls

Measures sought to ensure safe cyber environment for women, girls

An international forum themed "Women, Cybersecurity and STEM" was held by the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) and the UN Entity for Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women in Vietnam (UN Women) on March 29.
unesco continues promoting education for ethnic minority girls

UNESCO continues promoting education for ethnic minority girls

The UNESCO Office in Vietnam on March 29 announced the second phase of the project “We are ABLE – Promoting Gender Equality and Girls’ Education for Children in Ethnic Minority areas of Vietnam” with ABLE stands for the project's slogan "Achieving Better Living and Education", which emphasises confidence in the ability of ethnic minority children, especially girls, to overcome challenges.
vietnam highlights digital technology application for gender equality at un session

Vietnam highlights digital technology application for gender equality at UN session

The application of digital science and technology towards the goal of gender equality requires political will and real actions of governments and the willingness to transform of relevant sectors in society, affirmed a Vietnamese official.
manulife vietnam lends support for hopebox on international womens day

Manulife Vietnam lends support for HopeBox on International Women’s Day

Manulife Vietnam is proud to announce its collaboration with leading local social enterprise, HopeBox, for International Women's Day on March 8 in order to help raise awareness around gender equality and the scourge of gender-based violence.
investing in women is the smart move

Investing in women is the smart move

Investing in women to help them liberate their inner strength is a smart move as empowered women not only create added value for society but also contribute to a prosperous economy.
astrazeneca strengthens partnerships for health and gender equality

AstraZeneca strengthens partnerships for health and gender equality

On International Women’s Day on March 8, Sylvia Varela, Asia Area vice president at AstraZeneca, spoke to VIR’s Bich Thuy about her experience as a woman leader in healthcare and how AstraZeneca has been advocating for gender equality in Vietnam.
35 year journey to promote gender equality at pnj

35-year journey to promote gender equality at PNJ

During the past 35 years, PNJ has given prominence to the role and capacity of women. For International Women’s Day, Tran Phuong Ngoc Thao, a member of Phu Nhuan Jewelry JSC shares the company’s journey to liberate the inner strength of women.
nestle recognised in bloomberg gender equality index 2023

Nestlé recognised in Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index 2023

With its efforts to promote gender equality within the workplace and supply chain, Nestlé has been recognised in the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI) for the fifth consecutive year.
brg group chairwoman reaffirms commitment to gender equality

BRG Group chairwoman reaffirms commitment to gender equality

Chairwoman of BRG Group Nguyen Thi Nga has reaffirmed the commitment to promote gender equality and women’s rights in the corporate environment at the World Assembly for Women (WAW!) 2022.
why womens empowerment in business matters now

Why women's empowerment in business matters now

Global trends show that there have been innovative approaches to equal recruitment and promoting women’s career development and leadership, with Vietnam being no exception.
better gender policies for sustainable human resources

Better gender policies for sustainable human resources

Promoting gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace is receiving increased attention from many countries around the world and Vietnam is no exception.
honouring efforts on womens empowerment and gender equality

Honouring efforts on women's empowerment and gender equality

Two Vietnam Business Coalition for Women's Empowerment (VBCWE) members, Phu Nhuan Jewelry JSC (PNJ) and Tan Son Nhat Airport Services JSC (SASCO), have been named among the Top 5 Enterprises Promoting Women's Empowerment and Gender Equality in the Workplace.
australia advances gender equality and social inclusion

Australia advances gender equality and social inclusion

Up to 100 professionals from Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport attended a five-day workshop in early November to mainstream gender equality and social inclusion across the transport sector.