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OP-ED: Protecting children in digital age: Facts speak louder than distortions

The digital environment delivers clear gains: online birth registration, broader access to educational resources beyond classrooms and borders, and deeper integration into social life via national databases on law, education, health care, and population data. But it also introduces hazards such as harmful content, cyberbullying, online sexual harassment, personal data breaches, privacy violations, and potential psychological fallout from excessive screen time.

Vietnam seeks strong global presence for its children's books

Vietnamese children’s literature has steadily expanded its presence in international literary circles in recent years. From a few notable titles earning recognition in respected competitions, the sector has shown encouraging progress in bringing Vietnamese stories to readers around the world.

Football passion strengthens bonds among Vietnamese and Russian children

To mark International Children's Day on June 1, the Union of Vietnamese Organisations in Russia organised a friendly football tournament, giving young players an opportunity to showcase their talent, pursue their passion and strengthen ties with one another.

Free screenings of 14 Vietnamese, Swedish children’s films in Hanoi next month

During the five-day programme, organisers will screen a total of 14 films, including three Swedish feature films and 11 Vietnamese animated films for children under the age of 16.

Late artist Ngo Manh Lan celebrated with top honour at De Men Children Awards

The late painter and animator, celebrated for his timeless contributions to children’s art and classics like ‘Meo Con’ (The Kitten) and ‘De Men Phieu Luu Ky’ (Adventures of a Cricket), was posthumously awarded the prestigious Cricket Knight award at the 7th De Men Children’s Awards in Hanoi.

Women having two children before 35 eligible for State support from 2027

The decree provides for a minimum support level of 2 million VND per woman for ethnic minority women from very small population groups, women living in provinces and cities with fertility rates below replacement level, and women who have two children before the age of 35.

Vietnam makes progress in reducing proportion of out-of-school children

Since 2000, the number of students worldwide has increased by 327 million, reaching 1.4 billion in 2024. On average, more than 25 additional children have been able to attend school every minute.

First int’l auction to support Vietnamese children with facial differences

Katrin Kandel, CEO of Facing the World, said that it’s incredibly moving to see an international auction supporting children in Vietnam for the first time.