To improve the efficacy of child abuse prevention and control, the NA’s supervision delegation urged the government to issue several programs, including a ten-year national action program for children and a program on child labor reduction over the next five years. … [Read more...] about Over 8,700 kids in Vietnam abused in 4.5 years: NA report
Kid fined 36 million
Nine jailed in northern Vietnam over high school exam fraud
The exam scandal, which covered Hoa Binh, Ha Giang and Son La, saw over 200 students in the three provinces had their results altered. In Vietnam, the exam is one of the most important events in a student’s academic career, setting the stage for higher education and careers. … [Read more...] about Nine jailed in northern Vietnam over high school exam fraud
Son La court sentences defendants in exam scandal
For “offering bribes”, Nguyen Minh Khoa (former deputy head of the internal political security division at the Department of Public Security) was given a jail sentence of eight years, while Tran Van Dien (a former cadre at the Chieng Coi Primary and Junior High School) received a sentence of nine years and a fine of 10 million VND. … [Read more...] about Son La court sentences defendants in exam scandal
Citi Foundation Donates US$150,000 to Feeding Hong Kong for the Provision of Staple Food Supplies to 5,600 Vulnerable Households
About Citi Foundation The Citi Foundation works to promote economic progress and improve the lives of people in low-income communities around the world. We invest in efforts that increase financial inclusion, catalyze job opportunities for youth, and reimagine approaches to building economically vibrant cities. The Citi Foundation's "More than Philanthropy" approach leverages the enormous expertise of Citi and its people to fulfill our mission and drive thought leadership and innovation. For more information, visit www.citifoundation.com … [Read more...] about Citi Foundation Donates US$150,000 to Feeding Hong Kong for the Provision of Staple Food Supplies to 5,600 Vulnerable Households
Son La court sentences 12 in exam cheating scandal
Nguyen Minh Khoa, a Son La police officer; Tran Van Dien, a former officer at the Son La vocational center; Hoang Thi Thanh, former head of Quynh Nhai District’s Farmers' Association; and Lo Thi Truong, niece of Lo Van Huynh, were given jail terms of eight years and nine years and suspensions lasting three years and 30 months, respectively, for giving bribes. … [Read more...] about Son La court sentences 12 in exam cheating scandal
