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Hoa Binh authorities have dialogue with local children

On the occasion of the month of action for children 2023, the People's Committee of Hoa Binh Province organized a dialogue between provincial leaders and children on issues related to children.

Better care for and protect children with "Emotional Mailbox" model

The "Emotional Mailbox" model also creates favorable conditions to help children develop a proactive spirit and boldly express their opinions and aspirations.

Processing children's personal data for children’s best interests

The Decree on Personal Data Protection stipulates that the processing of children's personal data is always carried out in accordance with the principle of protecting the rights and for the best interests of children.

HCMC issues document on implementation of personal data protection regulations

HCMC Department of Education and Training sent an urgent document to related agencies, its subsidiaries, and schools on the implementation of personal data protection regulations.

Vietnam introduces initiatives on right to immunization

During the general discussion on human rights at the 54th session of the UN Human Rights Council, Vietnamese Ambassador Le Thi Tuyet Mai presented a speech on right to immunization, which was praised by many countries.

Hanoi strengthens protection of children in cyberspace

The Hanoi Department of Information and Communications has implemented various programs to strengthen measures to protect children in the online environment.

Coordination needed to prevent gender-based violence

To prevent and respond to gender-based violence, it is necessary to have the participation and close coordination of all relevant agencies and organizations at the central and local levels.

Quang Nam launches Fanpage to protect children and women in cyberspace

The police agency of the central province of Quang Nam in early Apirl 2023 launched a Fanpage to provide knowledge and instruct children and women how to protect themselves and perform safe interaction on cyberspace.

Empowering women in starting a business

Women have now entered areas that were traditionally the domain of men, especially economic activities, to establish more sustainable and equitable social relations.

Escaping from violence after a fairytale wedding: ensuring women's rights

Psychologists say that women who are victims of abuse must break their silence and seek help and protection from psychologists or the police.

Health insurance - 'Lifesaver' for medical examiners, so that no one left behind

Health insurance is considered a fulcrum for many people when they unfortunately get sick. For people in difficult circumstances, this is also a "lifesaver" that helps them escape the health poverty trap.

“Listen to your children”

The contest "Creating media products to raise awareness of gender equality for children in ethnic minority and mountainous areas in 2023" attracted nearly 4,000 entries.

Vietnam refutes untruthful information about Khmer people’s situation

Vietnam refutes groundless and untruthful information about the situation of the Khmer people in the country, spokeswoman of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has said.

Investing in grassroots healthcare to ensure equality in medical treatment

In Vietnam, grassroots healthcare is the foundation, playing an important role because it is an easy-to-access place with low cost and social justice, reducing overload for hospitals at higher levels.

Students’ gender and sexual orientation respected at 'Happy Schools'

The set of criteria for building "Happy Schools" of Ho Chi Minh City includes 18 standards, with 3 main groups of standards on people, teaching and educational and environmental activities.

Vietnam effectively implements Convention Against Torture

Vietnam has tried its best to effectively implement the Convention Against Torture (CAT), achieving remarkable results, which is highly appreciated by other countries and international organizations.

Vietnam spares no efforts to implement Convention against Torture: officer

Vietnam has taken actions to effectively implement the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT), with achievements recognised and hailed by the international community.

“One-stop center” model to be expanded in Vietnam

Building more One-stop Service Center model like Anh Duong (Sunshine) House is very necessary and important to support people suffering from gender-based violence to access integrated, essential and effective services.

Remote medical examination and treatment help all people access health care

Innovating grassroots health care operations so that people can enjoy better health care services is something that the health sector has always paid attention to. One of solutions is developing remote medical examination and treatment services.

Promoting maternity rights welfare and health of mothers and children

The draft Law on Social Insurance (amended) is one of the important bills that will be submitted to the National Assembly at the 6th session. The draft law has a great impact on most population groups, especially women.