Among them, 6,609 are in special circumstances, such as orphans, abandoned children, children with disabilities, those who have violated the law, or victims of abuse. Over 87,000 children live in poor or near-poor households, putting them at risk of falling into special circumstances. To address this, authorities at all levels, sectors, and localities have organised numerous practical activities to build a safe and healthy environment for children's comprehensive development.

Nguyen Thi Thanh Nham, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Health, said that the Month of Action for Children 2025, themed "Prioritising Resources to Achieve Goals for Children," runs from June 1 to June 30. This month features various activities aimed at raising awareness and responsibility among agencies, organisations, businesses, youth union members, and association members to jointly care for children.

In Son La city, main roads are adorned with banners and large billboards displaying slogans like "Prioritising Resources to Achieve Goals for Children," "Leveraging Community Strength to Achieve Goals for Children," and "Act for Children Today, Build a Bright Tomorrow." The city has also set up 10 quadrilateral billboards, 20 vertical banners, and 29 banners promoting the Month of Action for Children.

Hoang Thi Thuy from Residential Area 2, Chieng Coi ward, Son La city, shared, "I have two children in primary and secondary schools. Our family always focuses on their health to ensure they are in the best physical condition, and can study, play, and develop themselves."

The border commune of Muong Lan, Sop Cop district, is actively promoting the Month of Action for Children via commune and village loudspeakers. Lo Trong Dai, Chairman of the communal People's Committee, stated that the commune has focused on encouraging households to send their children to school at the right age, ensuring their right to education.

The commune's health station has been directed to provide health care, administer vaccines, and prevent malnutrition in children. Additionally, the commune has collaborated with organisations and charities to visit and donate gifts to hundreds of disadvantaged students; and inaugurated a kindergarten and children's playground.

Following the provincial plan and in response to the Month of Action for Children, agencies, localities, and organisations have conducted 126 legal education sessions related to children for over 43,000 participants.

Communes and hamlets have promoted child-related policies via loudspeakers, direct communication, and meetings and conferences, reaching thousands of listeners. Concurrently, the Department of Health has collaborated with media agencies to produce news articles and reports to raise community awareness and responsibility in caring for and protecting children.

Localities have proactively identified children in special circumstances and those at risk of falling into such situations, and called for social resources to provide material and spiritual support for them. Over the past six months, the provincial Children's Protection Fund has provided gifts to 94 disadvantaged children.

The Vietnam Children's Protection Fund and businesses have donated over 1,000 boxes of milk to 858 children in Muong La district. Departments, agencies, and organisations have mobilised social resources to provide scholarships and essential school supplies to nearly 500 disadvantaged children.

The "Smile Operation" programme, sponsored by Operation Smile Vietnam, conducted examinations for 10 children with maxillofacial deformities, with eight recommended for surgery. Across the province, 91 children are housed at the provincial Social Protection Centre.

Children also receive good care and gain access to social security policies. Specifically, 97% of children under 6 have health insurance cards, and 100% of children under 6 receive free medical examinations and treatment at public health facilities.

100% of families with children who died due to accidental injuries receive support and encouragement. Furthermore, 100% of children living with HIV/AIDS are monitored, counseled, and connected to appropriate care services.

Son La province remains committed to caring for, educating, and protecting children. It proactively prevents and minimises risks of harm to children and provides timely assistance to those in special circumstances, ensuring they have opportunities for comprehensive development in terms of physical health, personality, and intellect.