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| An overview of the conference __Photo: VNA |
The Culture and Social Affairs Division of Chau Phong commune recently organised a conference to disseminate the marriage and family law, helping local ethnic minority communities better understand their rights and obligations.
The event was held under the national target programme for socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas for the 2021-30 period.
Chaired by Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc, Deputy Head of the division, the conference brought together around 100 participants, including village chiefs, Party Committee secretaries, law educators, religious dignitaries, young people and parents.
Participants were briefed on key regulations governing marriage and family relations, including conditions for registration of marriage, rights and obligations of family members, and responsibilities for childcare and protection.
The conference also covered disease prevention measures for individuals, families and communities. Through direct discussions and consultations, participants had an opportunity to raise practical concerns and seek clarification on legal matters.
Alongside law education, Chau Phong commune has intensified efforts to prevent child marriage among the Cham ethnic community.
Local authorities have worked with relevant agencies, mass organisations, schools, respected community members and religious dignitaries to conduct awareness raising activities suited to cultural and religious practices of the Cham community.
According to Nguyen Van Hop, Vice Chairman of the Chau Phong Commune People's Committee, preventing child marriage requires more than simply informing people about legal provisions. It is equally important to help them understand the consequences of early marriage for health, education, household finances and children's future prospects.
The commune has therefore adopted a more targeted approach, reaching out to individual households, particularly those with adolescent children.
Local efforts also include reproductive health counselling for adolescents, life skills education and initiatives to encourage students to stay in school. These activities aim to equip young people with knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their future.
“To reduce child marriage, we must first change people's perceptions. When families understand the value of education and the importance of acquiring knowledge and vocational skills before getting married, positive changes will be more sustainable,” Hop said.- (VNA/VLLF)
