2024 National Journalism Awards for Gender Equality: Winners Announced
18:30 | 18/12/2024
Since its official launch on November 1, the awards have gained widespread attention from media outlets across the country, receiving nearly 370 submissions in various formats, including print, online, radio, and television. The entries focused on three key themes: combating gender-based violence, promoting gender equality in digital transformation, and fostering gender equality in economic development.
Annual Meeting Reaffirms Commitment to Eliminating Stigma and Violence in Gender-Based and HIV-Related Services
23:03 | 12/12/2024
The gathering served as a platform for governments, communities, and vulnerable groups, especially women and girls, to share innovative and sustainable models and initiatives to improve access to HIV prevention services. These include financial support systems, enhanced healthcare services, and initiatives to combat gender-based violence.
Promoting Gender Equality and Women-Led Businesses through International Collaboration
23:18 | 10/12/2024
This visit marks a significant step in fostering international connections and strengthening the role of women entrepreneurs in global markets.
Roundtable Seeks Ways to Combat Violence Against Women, Children in Vietnam
23:46 | 09/12/2024
Participants highlighted Vietnam’s multi-sectoral approach to tackling violence, stressing evidence-based policies and survivor-centered services. The discussions also highlighted the critical role of dismantling harmful social norms, improving data systems for transformative change, and reaffirming Australia and the UN agencies’ commitment to supporting Vietnam’s efforts.
Seventeen Vietnamese Companies Recognized for Advancing Gender Equality in Business
21:44 | 03/12/2024
The award ceremony was held within the framework of the WE RISE Together project funded by the Australian Government through the Mekong-Australian Partnership and implemented by UN Women. The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), an initiative of UN Women and the UN Global Compact, encourages businesses to adopt practices that encourage gender equality.
Event Highlights the Need for Collective Commitment to Protect Women and Children
21:30 | 03/12/2024
Jointly organized by the UN Gender Theme Group and the PSEA Working Group, the discussion focused on addressing sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and sexual harassment (SH) in disaster and crisis contexts.
Exhibition on Gender Equality and Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
14:48 | 28/11/2024
The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security and the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) jointly inaugurated a photo exhibition and legal awareness campaign on November 27, at the Museum of People's Public Security in Hanoi. The event was held to mark National Action Month for Gender Equality and Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response.
UN Women and Japan Support Women Facing Drought and Saltwater Intrusion in South Vietnam
11:39 | 06/11/2024
To tackle water shortage in the Ca Mau and Ninh Thuan, UN Women and Japan have provided the provinces and their residents water storage tanks, filtration systems, efficient water-saving equipment, and targeted communication programs.
First National Journalism Award on Gender Equality Launched
06:12 | 02/11/2024
The 2024 National Journalism Award on Gender Equality takes place against the backdrop of Vietnam's active engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal No. 5, which focuses on gender equality promotion.
Celebrating Girls’ Vision for the Future in Vinh Long
15:52 | 14/10/2024
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.
NGOs, Int'l Organizations Support Northern Provinces in Recovering from Typhoon Yagi
10:59 | 14/09/2024
Many countries and international organizations have given helping hands to Vietnam overcoming Typhoon Yagi aftermath.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang Meets First Vietnamese Woman to Travel to Space
18:37 | 08/09/2024
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Head of the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), received Amanda Nguyen, the first woman of Vietnamese origin about to fly into space, in New York (United States) earlier this week.
UN Women Appreciates Vietnam's National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
10:53 | 10/08/2024
Sima Bahous, executive director of UN Women, expressed great appreciation for the National Action Plan of Vietnam as a concrete step to promote the full, equal, and meaningful participation of women in the fields of politics, foreign affairs, defence, and security.
UN Women Workshop Empowers Women and Girls in Responding to Challenges in Cyberspace
18:34 | 23/07/2024
The workshop titled 'Women, Peace and Cyber Security - Improve the awareness and capacity for women and girls in responding to challenges in cyberspace' was held in Ninh Binh, on July 22, 2024.
"Orange Your Dream" - Football Match for a Safe Future for Women and Children
19:20 | 12/11/2023
On November 11, the "Orange Your Dream" football match was held at My Dinh National Stadium.
Vietnam Prioitizes Promoting Women’s Role
06:37 | 09/11/2023
On November 6, in Hanoi, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs coordinated with the United Nations Agency for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) to organize a National Consultation Workshop on the development of a National Action Plan on women, peace and security.
Supporting Vietnamese Women Entrepreneurs in Cyberspace
10:11 | 19/06/2023
The "Cybersecurity Handbook for Women Leaders" was officially launched on June 15 in Hanoi.
Female Police Officers Join UNs’ Peace Operations – Opportunities and Challenges
22:19 | 31/05/2023
Domestic and international delegates discussed ways to encourage female security and police officers to engage in, and at the same time to promote gender equality in UN peacekeeping operations.
Outgoing Head of Office for UN Women Vietnam Awarded VUFO's Highest Insignia
19:45 | 11/05/2023
The “For Peace and Friendship among Nations” isignia was awarded to Head of Office for UN Women Vietnam Elisa Fernandez by Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) to honor Elisa's contribution to promote gender equality over the past 5 years.
First One-Stop Model for Women, Children Experiencing Violence in Ho Chi Minh City
15:34 | 27/03/2023
What is the one-stop centre for women and children experiencing violence?
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