A number of policies have been enforced by the State to support poorchildren from ethnic minority groups and those living in mountainous andremote areas, said Head of the Child Care and Protection DepartmentNguyen Hai Huu.
Mr.Huu, however, added thatinequalities remain for children born in low-income families and ethnicminority groups as they have yet to gain access to health andeducational services.
The conference calls for theengagement of the whole society to improve the material and spirituallives of underprivileged children so that they can enjoy equaldevelopment opportunities.
This year’s event willinclude numerous activities including the President’s meeting withoutstanding children nationwide, a sightseeing tour around Hanoi,along with other activities to present gifts to unfortunate and ethnicminority children.
Communication campaigns duringthe month will focus on raising public awareness of child protection andcare among individuals, businesses and social organisations.-VNA
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