Vietnam Women’s Union organizes capacity-building training for female legislative candidates
Ms. Nguyen Thi Tuyen, Member of the Party Central Committee, Vice President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee, and President of the Vietnam Women’s Union, delivers the opening speech The hybrid workshop, which connected nearly 4,000 locations, was chaired by VWU President Nguyen Thi Tuyen. It focused on equipping candidates with electoral regulations, campaigning skills, and policy analysis to prepare for the election.
Participants across nearly 4,000 broadcasting locations nationwide
Under Resolution No. 107 of the National Assembly Standing Committee, women must account for at least 35% of the official candidate list, with a target of securing approximately 30% of the elected seats in the upcoming 2026-2031 tenure. Speaking at the training, President Nguyen Thi Tuyen emphasized that these figures represent more than just numerical targets; they underscore the strong commitment of the Party and State to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women.
The official data from the National Election Council shows that women make up 45.37% (392 people) of the 864 total candidates for the upcoming term - an "impressive" figure that reflects the state’s commitment to gender equality. Among these female candidates, 24 are senior officials and staff members from the Women’s Union across different levels. All 24 candidates hold at least a bachelor’s degree.
Local residents learn about election information at the Binh Phuoc Ward People’s Committee headquarters in Dong Nai Province.
"The 2026-2031 term is expected to see significant progress in both the ratio and quality of female representatives", President Tuyen added. She urged female candidates to proactively perfect their communication skills and action plans to effectively address voters' concerns.
