Hanoi promotes digital literacy, green transformation awareness among elderly
The city will make policies on digital transformation, green transition, entrepreneurship, and employment to accommodate a rapidly ageing population.
THE HANOI TIMES — Hanoi encourages pilot models that involve older people in digital and green transformation in production, labor, governance, and community activities.
The plan was outlined in a document released by the Hanoi People's Committee on May 14 as part of the city's strategy to ensure better social welfare for the aged.
Elderly residents of Ba Dinh District participate in the weekly Saturday morning neighborhood sanitation campaign. Photo: Hanoimoi Newspaper
Accordingly, the Hanoi Elderly Association will organize event and dialogues to help senior members generate ideas and learn about digital tools, green practices, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
The move aims to strengthen the role of older citizens in the country's development.
The association will also facilitate direct dialogue between senior citizens and local authorities to improve policies and legal frameworks that support the participation of older people in economic and social activities.
Pilot models will include senior-led initiatives for waste separation at source, circular organic farming, and exemplary household leadership to promote clean and green communities.
The local agencies are tasked with expanding communication efforts across digital platforms to raise awareness and promote senior engagement in digital transformation, green production, entrepreneurship, and job creation.
The Department of Agriculture and Environment will support the Elderly Association in advancing organic farming, tree planting, and waste classification at source.
Meanwhile, the Department of Science and Technology will assist elderly members' participation in digital transformation, scientific research, innovation, and technology transfer.
Relevant organizations, associations, and enterprises are also encouraged to create favorable conditions for seniors' contributions to green and digital transformation efforts.
Source: Official Dispatch No. 1974/UBND-NNMT dated May 14, 2025
