investing in the promotion of equality and fairness

Investing in the promotion of equality and fairness

Promoting gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in the social and working environment is one of ECUE’s most important activities. For example, ECUE organises training courses on gender equality, diversity, and inclusion for businesses, organisations, and people interested in the topic.
hurdles on the road to elevate womens roles in trade facilitation

Hurdles on the road to elevate women's roles in trade facilitation

Despite having a vital role in the facilitation of trade, women still face difficulties developing their careers, which were the main topic of the seminar “The role of women in trade facilitation”, co-organised by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the General Department of Customs in Vietnam on March 23.
the tactics to drive a gender inclusive circular economy

The tactics to drive a gender- inclusive circular economy

Vietnam is striving to build for the future and accelerate a green and inclusive economic rebound. Caitlin Wiesen, resident representative in Vietnam for the United Nations Development Programme, shows how it can be done with a pointed strategy that also take into account gender equality issues.
gender equality deemed essential towards building sustainable society

Gender equality deemed essential towards building sustainable society

In many cultures across the globe, gender equality is deemed crucial when building a sustainable society. VIR's Hong Dung spoke with Michele Wee, CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam (SCBVL), about the role of women in driving development and promoting gender equality and the bank's achievements in its gender equality agenda.
women empowerment a key pillar for nestle vietnam

Women empowerment a key pillar for Nestlé Vietnam

Nestlé Vietnam has been one of the strongest advocates of gender equality in Vietnam over the past 25 years. HR director Truong Bich Dao explained to VIR’s Olive Bui the journey to build a gender-inclusive workplace as well as contribute to women’s empowerment in community.
ideas shared to boost gender equality goals

Ideas shared to boost gender equality goals

Improving awareness about the importance of gender equality in collaboration with a commitment to action will be a practical solution to promote women’s empowerment in business, as agreed at an online talk show last week held by Vietnam Investment Review.
nestle at forefront of promoting full gender equality

Nestlé at forefront of promoting full gender equality

Nestlé has taken some bold steps to advance women’s equality in both its internal company and the community.
vietnam has made great strides in promoting gender equality colombian ambassador

Vietnam has made great strides in promoting gender equality: Colombian ambassador

Vietnam has repeatedly affirmed its commitment to promoting gender equality for many times, and it has made great strides in working to achieve that target, according to Colombian Ambassador Miguel Ángel Rodríguez Melo.
gender equality and womens empowerment today for a more sustainable tomorrow

Gender equality and women’s empowerment today for a more sustainable tomorrow

As governments look to implement policies to build a brighter future, the effects that climate change have on women’s health and rights cannot be ignored.
womens empowerment key to gender equality

Women’s empowerment key to gender equality

According to the World Bank’s Report on Women, Business, and Law in 2022, Vietnam ranked 58 out of 190 countries in providing economic opportunities to women, surpassing both Singapore and the Philippines. This is a remarkable milestone to encourage more efforts to further enhance the status of women in the family, society, and economy.
addressing gender biased sex selection in vietnam

Addressing gender-biased sex selection in Vietnam

Multi-sectoral cooperation among all parties is required to challenge gender stereotypes and address the issue of gender-biased sex selection (GBSS) in the nation. Central to this is to promote gender equality while raising the importance of giving birth to girls and recasting men’s roles in society.
meeting central retail vietnam female leaders

Meeting Central Retail Vietnam female leaders

VIR had an exclusive chat with three female leaders in Operations, Finance, and Value Creation Departments from Central Retail Vietnam – the country’s leading retail behemoth. Each of them has a unique perspective on women in leadership, despite common misconceptions regarding the gender gap.
vbcwe offering comprehensive solutions for gender equality in the workplace

VBCWE offering comprehensive solutions for gender equality in the workplace

Implementing a systematic and comprehensive solution for gender equality in the workplace will help businesses improve their policies and working environment, as well as enhance business performance towards sustainable development, according to a top Vietnamese alliance.
creating an equal working environment

Creating an equal working environment

A seminar was held by the social enterprise ECUE and Vietnam Gender Equality Movement (VGEM) on March 3 to analyse the causes of gender inequality in the workplace and to make specific recommendations to help businesses promote equality.
businesses paying greater attention to equality at work

Businesses paying greater attention to equality at work

Gender equality is increasingly being addressed by governments and international organisations – and in Vietnam, foreign-invested enterprises are taking the lead in this area.