Building Safe Public Spaces for Women in Two Vietnam Cities
The 6th Global Leaders Forum on Safe Cities and Public Spaces, organized by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, took place in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, from November 28 to 30. More than 20 countries participated in the forum, including delegates from Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang in Vietnam. Delegates from Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang in Vietnam attended the forum. Photo: Le Phuong Quito is one of the founding cities of the Global Key Program on Safe Cities and Public Spaces, which was established in 2011. So far, 56 cities in 31 countries have participated in the program. Da Nang became the 56th city to join this initiative on November 20. This forum is a valuable opportunity for cities to gain access to knowledge and technical support, as well as to connect with a network of cities participating in the program. It aims to address violence against women and children, develop safe public spaces, and contribute to sustainable d...