Vietnamese women in Japan support each other for growth

On the occasion of the 96th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam Women's Union and Vietnam Women's Day (October 20), the Second Congress of the Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai for the 2026–2028 tenure was held in Japan in a solemn, united and warm atmosphere of solidarity. The event served as an opportunity to review the Association's achievements while setting directions to build a growing and resilient organization that meets the networking, support, and development needs of Vietnamese women living, studying, and working in Japan.

The Congress elected Ms. Le Thuong as President for the 2026–2028 term and established key operational priorities for the new phase.

Beyond serving as a gathering place for exchange, the Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai aims to build a practical support network where Vietnamese women can share experiences and overcome challenges in work, daily life, and child-rearing in Japan.

Against the backdrop of many Vietnamese families settling abroad longterm, helping the younger generation maintain their fluency in Vietnamese, understand their cultural heritage and stay connected to their roots is also a task heavily prioritized by the Association.

Connecting overseas Vietnamese women, supporting one another in daily life and nurturing a love for the Vietnamese language and culture among the youth form the core directions for the Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai during its 2026–2028 term. This also serves as a pathway for Vietnamese women to integrate deeper into Japanese society while preserving their bond with their homeland.

Speaking at the congress, Consul General of Vietnam in Osaka Nguyen Truong Son acknowledged the contributions of the Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai during its first tenure. He urged the organization to continue innovating its operating methods and to focus more closely on the practical needs of its members. He emphasized the vital role of women in educating the younger generation, preserving the Vietnamese language, and promoting the image of Vietnam and its people, thereby contributing to enhancing people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. The Consulate General will continue to accompany and support the Association's activities.

Expressing gratitude for the trust placed in her by the delegates, President Le Thuong affirmed her determination to work alongside the new Executive Committee to transform the Association into a shared home for Vietnamese women in Kansai - a place where members can connect, share experiences and support one another in daily life and social actitives.

During the 2026–2028 term, the Association plans to expand its network, organize more cultural, educational, charitable activities and strengthen exchanges with Japanese women's organizations. These efforts aim not only to enrich the spiritual life of its members but also to create further opportunities for Vietnamese women to actively participate in the local host community.

This spirit was reflected in a seminar held to celebrate the founding anniversary of the Vietnam Women's Union, featuring practical topics such as adapting to life in Japan, bilingual child-rearing, maintaining the Vietnamese language at home and building a women's support network.

Cultural performances, networking sessions and a collective Ao Dai show also created a welcoming space for members to meet, connect and spread the beauty of Vietnamese culture.

From community connections to efforts in preserving the mother tongue for future generations, the Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai hopes to continue fulfilling its role as a bridge between Vietnamese women, their homeland, and Japanese society. Through these efforts, it aims to help build a Vietnamese community that is united, well-integrated and firmly connected to its roots.

Source: Vietnamese Women's Association in Kansai