Vietnam Airlines has signed a partnership agreement with UN Women for 2024-2026, aimed at promoting gender equality and women's empowerment within the company, community and society at large.
The signing ceremony took place in Hanoi on October 15, 2024, during the talk show “HeForShe: Promoting gender equality in business - Enhancing women's economic empowerment” organised by Vietnam Airlines in collaboration with UN Women. The event gathered over 100 delegates from various enterprises, ministries, and relevant agencies. The purpose is to include leaders and men in fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace, advancing gender equality and empowering women.
From now until 2026, Vietnam Airlines and UN Women will spearhead several transformative initiatives to raise awareness on gender equality. Both sides will host a wide range of sessions for Vietnam Airlines leaders and staff to address issues concerning gender equality and gender-based violence to end violence against women.
Vietnam Airlines and UN Women will cultivate women’s economic empowerment by organising joint workshops and conferences to share best practices among companies that have signed the women’s empowerment principles (WEPs) in Vietnam.
Dang Ngoc Hoa, chairman of the board of directors of Vietnam Airlines, said: “Partnering with UN Women and joining HeForShe solidarity movement not only reflects our tremendous commitment to social responsibility but also workplace equity. We believe that gender equality benefits not only women but also enhances overall productivity and service quality at Vietnam Airlines.”
Caroline Nyamayamombe, UN Women Country Representative in Vietnam said “This cooperation agreement demonstrates how state-owned enterprises can play a vital role in achieving Vietnam’s gender equality objectives and creating a safe and fair work environment for all. We hope the initiative will inspire other enterprises to join us on this journey.”