Dong Nai marks 96th anniversary of Vietnam Women’s Union

The Dong Nai City Women’s Union (DNWU) and the city’s Women Entrepreneurs Association jointly held a gathering at Bom Bo Hotel in Binh Phuoc ward on the evening of October 18 to celebrate the 96th anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union and the 16th anniversary of the Vietnamese Women’s Day (October 20). The event carried the theme “Connecting through diversity – Reaching for greater heights.”

Ton Ngoc Hanh, Member of the PCC, Standing Deputy Secretary of the CPC and Chairwoman of the City People’s Council, speaks at the gathering. Photo: Quang Minh

Attendees included Ton Ngoc Hanh, Member of the Party Central Committee (PCC), Standing Deputy Secretary of the Dong Nai City Party Committee (CPC) and Chairwoman of the City People’s Council; Huynh Thi Hang, Deputy Secretary of the CPC and Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committee of Dong Nai; and Giang Thi Phuong Hanh, Secretary of the Binh Phuoc ward Party Committee and Chairwoman of the ward People’s Council. Also present were leaders of city departments, agencies and localities, representatives of the city’s Women Entrepreneurs Association (DNWEA), Women’s Union chapters and their partner organizations.

Le Thi Thanh Loan, Vice Chairwoman of the Dong Nai VFF Committee and Chairwoman of the DNWU, reflects on the union’s history and achievements. Photo: Quang Minh

In her speech, Chairwoman of the DNWU Le Thi Thanh Loan highlighted women’s contributions to Dong Nai’s development. Following the administrative restructuring and the introduction of the two-tier local government model, Women’s Union chapters at all levels quickly stabilized their operations, adopted new approaches to their work, strengthened grassroots engagement and provided practical support to members and women across the city.

Women’s Union chapters have actively implemented the movement “Building Vietnamese women in the new era” and the campaign “Dong Nai women speak kindly and act well,” while promoting the campaign to build families meeting the “five no’s, three cleans and three safeties” criteria. They have also stepped up digital transformation in their operations, enhanced members’ digital skills, supported women in starting businesses, fostering innovation and developing their livelihoods, and provided assistance to disadvantaged women and children. These efforts aim to promote family well-being and contribute to more civilized communities.

Addressing the gathering, Standing Deputy Secretary of the CPC Ton Ngoc Hanh congratulated Women’s Union officials, members and women across the city. She noted that women were an important force in Dong Nai’s development, given the city’s large population. The city’s leadership recognized the contributions of Women’s Union chapters and women entrepreneurs, expressing hope that women would continue to promote solidarity, demonstrate their capabilities and resilience, overcome challenges, pursue their aspirations and contribute to the city’s development.

Standing Deputy Secretary of the CPC Ton Ngoc Hanh presents a bouquet on behalf of the city’s leadership to mark the anniversary of the DNWU. Photo: Quang Minh

On the occasion, Hanh presented a bouquet to the DNWU on behalf of the city’s leadership. The union also congratulated the recipient of the second Nguyen Thi Dinh Award in 2026 and Dong Thi Nhung, Vice Chairwoman of the DNWEA, on being named Miss Universe Business World 2026.

A DNWU leader congratulates the recipient of the second Nguyen Thi Dinh Award in 2026. Photo: Quang Minh

A DNWU leader congratulates Dong Thi Nhung, Vice Chairwoman of the DNWEA, on being named Miss Universe Business World 2026. Photo: Quang Minh

Before the gathering, the DNWU and the DNWEA organized a business networking event under the slogan “Vietnamese people prioritize using Vietnamese goods.” Women entrepreneurs showcased products and services in a range of sectors, including coffee, food and beverages, furniture, healthcare and beauty. They also exchanged experience and ideas on starting businesses, building brands and expanding their operations. The event aimed to promote Vietnamese products, foster business connections and open up opportunities for cooperation.

A DNWU leader congratulates Dong Thi Nhung, Vice Chairwoman of the DNWEA, on being named Miss Universe Business World 2026. Photo: Quang Minh

The program also featured an artistic floral arrangement contest themed “Vietnamese Fragrance and Colors” and a “Talented Women” competition, adding to the festive atmosphere marking the 96th anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union.

By Q.Minh – Translated by M.Nguyet, Thu Ha