HANOI, Aug 12 — The Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) has organized a two-day nationwide training program on women’s economic development and entrustment operations in 2025. The event, held in person at VWU headquarters and online with more than 5,000 access points, including 34 provincial WUs and 3,321 communal WUs.

On the occasion of the 78th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 – July 27, 2025), the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) at all levels organized delegations to offer incense at war martyrs' cemeteries, visit and present gifts to Vietnamese Heroic Mothers, mothers of martyrs, families of war invalids and martyrs, and other individuals with meritorious services in provinces and cities.

On June 25, the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) welcomed a delegation of 35 representatives from ASEAN countries, Timor Leste, and the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (AHA Centre) to share experiences and models in supporting women and children during natural disasters.

Over 2,000 'Leaders of Change' clubs have been formed across Việt Nam, helping more than 120,000 children in remote areas learn leadership, teamwork and self-advocacy in environments still shaped by poverty and tradition.

The exhibition, organised by UNESCO Hanoi, showcased nearly 30 artworks created by students from Cao Bang, Ninh Thuan, and Vinh Long provinces as part of the “We Are Able” project, a collaborative initiative between UNESCO and Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) aimed at empowering ethnic minority women and girls in disadvantaged regions through comprehensive learning and development opportunities.