First Book Fest on Gender Equality Held in Hanoi
The first book festival on gender equality was held at the Vietnam Women's Museum, 36 Ly Thuong Kiet (Hanoi) on March 4. In its framework, many exciting activities such as seminars, book introductions, book donations, and interactive exhibition were held to honor the contributions of women and girls in the technology era.
The festival appealed to readers of all ages with its interactive display "Is it weird or magical?" presenting works that vividly celebrate diversity and equality through fun and unique interactive activities.
Many meaningful activities took place such as the seminar about gender equality and books in the digital age for young people, sex education, and reproductive health for parents, teachers, and those who are interested, dressing up games to convey messages about gender equality, old book exchange, book donations for children orphaned due to the Covid-19. 20% of the revenue from books sold at the festival will be donated to Peace House where abused women are offered shelter and support.
Through activities of reading, touching, playing, thinking, and creating... audiences will learn about the message of gender quality that is implied in each exhibition and activity.
Elisa Fernandez Saenz, Head of Office for UN Women in Vietnam, said: “The Book Festival not only aims to promote gender equality in literature but also serves as a platform for future generations to have access to books that break down barriers and social conceptions that prevent women, men, boys, girls, and other genders from enjoying and bringing into full play the potential and abilities of each person. Gender equality is not only in books but also a very real story."
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