Ahead of the 14th National Women’s Congress for the 2026-2031 term, looking back at the women’s movement in the 2022-2026 period it can be seen that Vietnamese women have increasingly brought into play their strengths, affirming their role and position across all areas of social life while making important contributions to the country’s sustainable development in the new era.

While lactation rooms have begun to appear in some workplaces, they remain uncommon in public-sector institutions. The academy’s initiative of the Âu Cơ Room demonstrates a flexible approach that aligns policy with real-world needs.

A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Nguyen Thi Ha is attending the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), which opened at the headquarters of the United Nations in New York, USA, on March 9.

The course, which will run until November 14 at the department’s headquarters in Hà Nội, is designed to provide fundamental knowledge and professional skills in UN peacekeeping for female officers from the Việt Nam People’s Army and several other UN member countries.

Gender equality has been consistently recognised as a cornerstone of social progress and sustainable development, with the principle of 'leaving no one behind' integrated across Việt Nam's national strategies, laws and programmes.

The project will support 8,000 women-owned start-up enterprises and cooperatives to restructure and consolidate with an aim to improve and enhance the capacity of members.

The proportion of women in leadership positions is still not commensurate with their important role in society.

Marking the 95th founding anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU), this year’s Vietnamese Women’s Day highlights the women’s growing role in and aspirations in the cause of national construction and defence.

The city is entering an ageing phase, with nearly 1.47 million elderly residents – the largest number nationwide – making up 10.49 per cent of its population. Its ageing index stands at 57.05, meaning there are 57 elderly people for every 100 children under 15.

At a national meeting with intellectuals, scientists, and artists, Party General Secretary To Lam underscored the importance of preserving, nurturing, and advancing Vietnamese culture—rich in national identity—particularly in the context of the new era. He placed special emphasis on cultural development in areas inhabited by ethnic minorities.