Hanoi – a bridge of cooperation and creativity of international female intellectuals

On October 5, the 2024 Annual Conference of the Asia-Pacific Network of Women Scientists and Engineers (INWES-APNN) held its closing session at the National Innovation Center (NIC) in Hanoi.

Attending the event were Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Doan, former Vice President, President of Vietnam Association for Promoting Education , Honorary President of Vietnam Association of Intellectual Women.

Speaking at the conference, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Doan emphasized the key role of INWES-APNN in connecting and developing the community of female scientists, while promoting gender equality in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Doan, Honorary President of the Vietnam Association of Women Intellectuals, speaking at the INWES-APNN 2024 Conference. Photo: Hoang Toan

According to Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Doan, hosting the INWES-APNN 2024 Conference is a great success of the Vietnam Association of Women Intellectuals. Not only is it a clear demonstration of the Association's dynamism, creativity and vision, the event also contributes to the implementation of Resolution 45-NQ/TW of the 13th Party Central Committee on continuing to build and promote the role of intellectuals, meeting the requirements of rapid and sustainable national development in the new period.

“The success of the Conference not only enhances Vietnam's position in the international arena in the field of science and technology, but also contributes to promoting domestic innovation,” affirmed Ms. Nguyen Thi Doan.

Delegates presenting at two scientific conferences within the framework of INWES-APNN 2024 were honored at the closing session. Photo: Hoang Toan

Also at the conference, Dr. Sarah Peers – President of INWES, emphasized that the network is an effective bridge, helping female scientists and engineers convey their opinions and recommendations to senior leaders in the region and international organizations. This is especially important in the context of the lack of leadership and decision-making roles of women in the STEM field, an issue that was discussed extensively at the symposium on the afternoon of October 4.

Dr. Sarah Peers also expressed her hope that women would participate more actively in the network of scientists. To achieve this goal, she said that sharing ongoing research projects is extremely necessary. Thanks to that, female scientists can call for investment, seek support and cooperate to develop and replicate their projects.

Dr. Sarah Peers, President of INWES, speaking at the closing session of the INWES-APNN 2024 Conference. Photo: Hoang Toan

Within the framework of the Conference, 11 countries/territories reported on their outstanding activities, achievements and challenges encountered in the past year. The INWES – APNN leadership discussed important issues of the network, including development strategies, future work plans and ways to enhance cooperation among members.

At the end of the conference, delegates adopted the Hanoi Declaration to demonstrate the vision and strong determination of INWES-APNN members in promoting the participation and contribution of women in science and technology towards sustainable development. In addition, Korea was chosen as the host country for the INWES-APNN Conference 2025, promising to continue to maintain and develop this important network.

Korean delegates receive the flag to host the INWES-APNN 2025 Conference. Photo: Hoang Toan

The INWES-APNN 2024 Conference concluded with many positive results, leaving a deep impression of the cooperation and solidarity of female scientists in the region. The event not only affirmed the important role of women in the field of science and technology but also opened up many new cooperation opportunities, towards the sustainable development of the region and the world.

The International Network of Women Scientists and Engineers (INWES) was established in 2002 under the auspices of UNESCO, while in the Asia-Pacific region there are 15 countries/territories including: Australia, Bangladesh, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Singapore, Myanmar, Taiwan (China) and Vietnam.

Source: https://kinhtedothi.vn/ha-noi-cau-noi-hop-tac-sang-tao-cua-cac-nu-tri-thuc-quoc-te.html