International Experience in Implementing Gender Equality and Policy Implications for Vietnam

Abstract

Based on a review of recent data on gender equality results in the world, as well as policies on promoting gender equality in some countries with outstanding achievements, the article analyzes lessons learned and policy implications for Vietnam. Gender equality is an important goal to promote sustainable economic and social development, but the level of achievement varies between regions due to the influence ofcultural, economic and political factors. While having made  progress in gender equality, Vietnam faces challenges in gender imbalance at birth, income inequality and the burden of unpaid care. To promote gender equality, Vietnam can learn from policies supporting parents, enhancing childcare services, expanding leadership opportunities for women as well as equal pay policies.