Lac Son district has made significant progress in promoting gender equality and women's advancement in areas such as politics, economy, labor, health care, and education.
The People's Committee
has issued plans to implement a national strategy on gender equality and a
programme to prevent gender-based violence.
Women’s participation in government and leadership roles has
increased, with women holding key positions across various levels. The district
also focuses on reducing school dropout rates, child marriage, and poverty,
while promoting cultural and economic development.
Efforts to close the gender gap in employment have been
successful, with 50% of female workers now earning wages and a decrease in the
number of women working in agriculture. Several women in the district hold
leadership positions in cooperatives and businesses.
To combat gender-based violence, the district has
intensified legal education and support services for victims. Programs have
been implemented to promote women's empowerment in family and community life,
reducing gender bias and improving work-life balance for women.
In the coming time, the district aims to further increase
female leadership and ensure access to financial and support services for
women, particularly those in vulnerable households.
The local breeds like Ri chickens, black pigs, and other indigenous livestock are being prioritized for the development by many farmers in the province. This is seen as a fitting approach to harnessing the local potential and advantages, and it is bringing the tangible economic benefits.
In recent years, Cao Phong district has made continuous efforts to improve the quality of education and training (E&T), creating the significant highlights in the educational sector. With the synchronized solutions and a focus on resource investment, the district has achieved encouraging results.
Despite facing a host of difficulties caused by heavy rains and floods, businesses in Hoa Binh province have still supported locals hit by the natural disasters through various activities.
The northern province of Hoa Binh strives to send 1,000 workers abroad under contracts as part of its effort to realise the target on job generation and sustainable poverty reduction.
The new-style rural building programme has cast a new look to Vinh Dong commune, Kim Boi district, with transport and irrigation systems, medical stations, and cultural institutions having been developed, tourism projects implemented, and local livelihoods improved.
The heart connection club in Hoa Binh city has launched numerous humanitarian and charitable activities, bringing joy and happiness to the poor and vulnerable in the community.