Across Canada, Vietnamese women have nurtured their families while struggling to learn a new language, adapt to a dramatically different culture, and earn a living. Their collective voice is growing stronger. With the new millennium in sight, significant barriers to women s equality remain. We have made substantial progress over the years, but many women still face discrimination and abuse. The time has come to set aside old ideas and embrace new ones.
Women are ready to work as agents of change.
I extend to the Vietnamese Canadian Federation my congratulations on your many successes and my best wishes for the challenges that lie ahead. A. General Resolutions 1. We are grateful for the financial assistance of Canadian Heritage to the organization of this workshop. B. Resolutions intended for the Vietnamese Canadian Federation 1. Request that the Federation publish documents on the success of Vietnamese women in Canada, and publicize the documents prepared by local associations to assist women in healthcare, social affairs, career development, etc.