DEVELOPING FEMALE HUMAN RESOURCES TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF THE NEW ERA

Abstract

This paper utilizes secondary data from the General Statistics Office and scientific reports to provide an overview of the current state of female human resources in Vietnam, relevant policies and laws, and the demands of the new era on the labor force in general and female workers in particular. The research findings indicate that the labor force participation rate of women aged 15 and older has not yet recovered to pre-COVID-19 levels in recent years. The proportion of female workers receiving formal training remains very low, with slow improvements and a significant gap compared to men. Many women, especially those from ethnic minority groups, work in the informal sector, which offers lower incomes and involves unpaid family care responsibilities, limiting their access to social services and benefits compared to men. The study also highlights that policies from the Party and the government have increasingly prioritized the development of female human resources. Additionally, the Vietnam Women's Union has been actively advocating for women's rights and interests, launching various movements to promote the image of Vietnamese women in the modern era. However, the challenges and demands of the new era necessitate further changes, including more suitable policies and solutions to enhance female human resource development. Female workers must continuously improve their professional skills, digital competencies, and adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the labor market