In a document sent to centrally-run cities and provinces recently, the ministry stressed that the complicated developments of Covid-19, especially the fourth wave of outbreaks, in many localities, have made over 1,000 children orphans.

Children undertaking quarantine in Vinh Phuc.

The MOLISA, along with the National Committee for Children, required the People’s Committees of provinces and cities to give alternative care for those children in line with the Law on Children and other regulations, prioritising the family-based alternative care to ensure their highest interest. Nursing facilities will be considered the last choice.

Alongside, localities, especially those with large numbers of children orphaned by Covid-19, were also requested to issue their own policies and plans to give immediate and long-term support and care for the children, while giving them legal assistance to ensure their rights and interest and protect them from being abused.

The move aimed to make sure that all children orphaned by Covid-19 will receive all necessary support to overcome this tough and challenging time, and receive care and love.

'Lanterns light up dreams' programme connects children in 7 provinces and cities

An online programme titled Full-Moon Night, with the theme 'Lanterns light up dreams', is scheduled to be held on the evening of September 20, connecting children of seven provinces and cities across the country on the occasion of the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival.

Bac Giang continues “Dream on the wings” programme for poor children

(BGO)- The 6th “Dream on the wings” programme for poor children jointly held by the provincial Association for Protection of Children’s Rights, Bac Giang Newspaper, and the provincial Study Promotion Association will award scholarships to children in the districts and city in late September 2021.

Vietnamese children’s book features in New York Times, Wall Street Journal

The New York Times and Wall Street Journal both recommend 'My First Day' as one of the picture books to purchase for the new school year.

Japanese organisation aims to support more children with cancer in Vietnam

Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam met Watanabe Kazuyo, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Asian Children's Care League (ACCL) on August 18.

Luc Ngan receives donated amount for impoverished children

(BGO) - The leader of Center of Industrial Encouragement and Trade Promotion (Department of Industry and Trade) in Bac Giang province on August 17 handed over 24 million VND (1,051 USD) to Luc Ngan district Fatherland Front’s Committee (FFC). The amount was sponsored by the Vietnam Trade Office in Australia to support disadvantaged children in the district.    

Source: NDO/VNA