Celebrating Girls’ Vision for the Future in Vinh Long

Nearly 300 participants including education leaders, teachers, students from Vinh Long province, and representatives of United Nations agencies attended the event “Girls' Vision for the Future” on October 12. The event highlighted the crucial role girls play in shaping an equitable and inclusive future.

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October 14, 2024 | 15:52

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Celebrating Girls’ Vision for the Future in Vinh Long

The event was co-organized by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women), the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the Department of Education and Training of Vinh Long province. (Photo: UN Women)

The event took place at Loc Hoa Secondary School in Long Ho District, Vinh Long Province, one of five secondary schools participating in the “We are ABLE” Project, implemented by UNESCO and the Ministry of Education and Training, in coordination with the Department of Education and Training, and sponsored by CJ Group. (Photo: UN Women)

Caroline Nyamayemombe, UN Women Viet Nam Country Representative, said that the digital revolution, combined with the rise of ‘green jobs’, offers boundless opportunities. She emphasized the importance of teaching and learning STEM: “We must equip all our children, particularly girls, with the skills to succeed. If girls are not equally engaged in the digital and green economies, we risk leaving half of the population behind in the future of work.” (Photo: UN Women)

On this occasion, UNESCO Representative to Viet Nam Jonathan Wallace Baker, shared: "Today’s event also celebrates World Teachers' Day (October 5) under the theme ‘Valuing teachers' voices: towards a new social contract for education'. UNESCO encourages teachers and education leaders to raise their voices, ask critical questions, and seek solutions to help build more engaging, equitable, and inclusive teaching and learning environments for all—paving the way for a sustainable future Vietnam." (Photo: UN Women)

The event also featured a panel discussion between inspiring female role models from the fields of education, sports, and science. The discussion inspired students, particularly female students, to reflect on their aspirations, and visualize their future, and offered valuable lessons on resilience and determination. It encouraged them to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams with confidence. (Photo: UN Women)

In line with the global theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” the event featured exhibitions, interactive games, and a poster competition, offering students opportunities to express their views on the role of girls and fellow students in shaping everyone’s futures. These activities encouraged interdisciplinary engagement across fine arts, literature, and other creative experiences. (Photo: UN Women)

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