Vietnam will prioritise investment and ensure the necessary conditions to provide universal preschool education for children aged 5–6.

Children in Vietnam remain vulnerable to violence, sexual abuse and online exploitation, UNICEF says, as the country launches a national child protection program running through 2030.

The Vietnam Register has temporarily designated two organizations to test child safety devices used in cars under national technical regulation QCVN 123:2024/BGTVT.

Vietnam is demonstrating a pioneering role through strong political commitments and decisive action to protect its youngest citizens online, said UNICEF's representative in the country.

Vietnamese children won gold, silver and bronze prizes in both age groups at the global “National Treasures Seeing the World” painting contest in Hong Kong (China). Hoang Ngoc Han, 13, took the top prize in the youth category.

Could young people simply switch off social media? A 54-hour experiment suggests that for many, staying away from Facebook and TikTok is harder than it sounds.

In its initial phase, the office will focus on providing psychological support for children and families facing difficulties, while gradually expanding its network of experts and support services.

New research finds 42% of Vietnamese children still ride in front seats while child car seat use remains below 5%.

The programme seeks to reduce child abuse nationwide and provide timely protection and comprehensive support for child victims of violence, sexual abuse and illegal child labour, children at risk of violence, exploitation and neglect.

The eighth Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Children’s Festival, themed "Circle of Friendship," opened in Ho Chi Minh City on July 28, bringing together 120 delegates from the three neighbouring countries.

More than 1,300 artworks created by autistic children and other children with special educational needs are on display at an art event in Hanoi, celebrating creativity, self-expression and inclusion.

A swimming outing ended in tragedy in Lam Dong Province after five sixth-grade students drowned at a local reservoir on July 10.

Within just three years, a couple in Nghe An lost three of their children to drowning. After the devastating tragedies, the grieving father has issued a heartfelt warning to parents.

Motorists transporting young children without appropriate child safety restraints will face penalties from August 15, 2026 under Decree 238 on administrative sanctions for road traffic violations and the driving licence demerit point system.

The fourth Ho Chi Minh City Kids Fest officially opened on June 26 at the Ho Chi Minh City Children's House, offering three days of cultural, educational and technology-focused activities under the theme "Circle of Friendship."

In villages where girls once married at 14, changing attitudes are helping reduce child marriage and create new opportunities for young people.

Vietnam is witnessing a sharp increase in vision problems among children, prompting specialists to call for earlier prevention and regular eye screenings.

A nationwide film week celebrating International Children’s Day 2026 will take place from May 31 to June 7, according to the Cinema Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Experts say banning social media is not the most effective way to protect children online and may instead push them toward less regulated digital spaces.