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| Michelle Bachelet speaks at the Diplomatic Academy, March 4. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
On April 3, within the framework of her visit and work in Vietnam, Ms. Michelle Bachelet, former President of Chile, former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, former Executive Director of UN Women, met and talked with female diplomats and students at the Diplomatic Academy about the role of female leaders in multilateral organizations, as well as foreign affairs and socio -political activities.
The program was co-organized by the Diplomatic Academy and UN Women, co-chaired by Acting Director of the Diplomatic Academy Pham Lan Dung and Chief Representative of UN Women in Vietnam Elisa Fernandez. The talk was attended by the President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations , Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, department-level leaders and female diplomatic officers at units under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and students of the Academy.
In addition, representatives of UN agencies in Vietnam such as UN Women, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and a number of Heads of foreign missions in Vietnam such as the Ambassador of Chile, the Ambassador of Spain, the Ambassador of Romania and the Ambassador of Indonesia also attended the event.
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| The exchange was attended by many female diplomats, heads of foreign representative agencies in Vietnam and international organizations, and students of the Diplomatic Academy. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
During the sharing session, Ms. Bachelet emphasized the importance of gender equality in all socio-political activities. However, this is not only a task for women but requires the cooperation of both genders.
More importantly, according to her, there needs to be a change in the concept of the role of both men and women, considering this one of the especially important factors to enhance the role of women in a country and in the international arena. Because it is the inherent, no longer appropriate social concept that has prevented many women from pursuing their dreams or developing their full potential to contribute to society.
The former President of Chile also said that women will always face many obstacles in life, one of which is skillfully balancing life and work. This requires them to arrange, allocate time, and prioritize work in each stage.
Ms. Bachelet emphasized the importance of building a network of connections between women in organizations, agencies, or even countries to care, listen, understand, and seek solutions to overcome the difficulties and challenges women face.
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| Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet speaks at the talk. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
Notably, in the discussion session chaired by Acting Director of the Diplomatic Academy Pham Lan Dung, Ms. Bachelet answered many questions from female diplomats, representatives of embassies, UN agencies as well as students.
The former President of Chile shared honestly and openly many experiences in her political and social life. The real story of overcoming social prejudices, difficulties and challenges to realize her dream inspired women in many different roles, positions and generations in the talk.
Also at the event, President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga shared her memories of her time working at the UN with Ms. Bachelet, and emphasized her affection and respect for her for her tireless contributions to the fight for women’s rights and advancement. In her current position, the Ambassador affirmed that she will continue to make every effort to contribute to women’s development following the example of Ms. Bachelet.
Closing the talk, Acting Director of the Diplomatic Academy Pham Lan Dung and Chief Representative of UN Women in Vietnam Elisa Fernandez expressed their sincere thanks and admiration for Ms. Bachelet for her contributions to the advancement of women and gender equality.
Sharing her story, Ms. Pham Lan Dung also encouraged women, regardless of age or position, to strive to study, work, and strive to achieve their dreams and help women develop together, for a more equal world.
Some pictures at the talk:
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| Acting Director of the Diplomatic Academy Pham Lan Dung expressed her admiration for Ms. Bachelet's contributions to the development and advancement of women. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
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| UN Women Representative in Vietnam Eliza Fernandez shared at the talk. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
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| Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga expressed her joy at meeting Mrs. Michelle Bachelet again. (Photo: Minh Quan) |
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| Ambassadors and Heads of foreign international organizations speaking at the event. (Photo: Minh Quan) |
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| Diplomatic Academy students ask questions to Ms. Bachelet. (Photo: Minh Quan) |
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| Ms. Michelle Bachelet took a photo with female diplomats, Ambassadors, Heads of several international organizations in Vietnam and students of the Diplomatic Academy. (Photo: Nguyen Hong) |
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