World · Vietnam Bureau
Over 550 experts convene in Vietnam to address youth wellbeing challenges
An international summit in Vietnam has brought together educators, mental health professionals and medical practitioners to collaborate on supporting children and young people. The gathering underscores growing regional focus on youth welfare and safeguarding.
LSN Vietnam ·
More than 550 professionals from Vietnam and beyond have convened at the Vietnam Wellbeing & Safeguarding Summit 2026 to examine critical issues affecting children and adolescents across the region. The event drew together educators, mental health specialists, social workers and medical practitioners tasked with developing comprehensive approaches to youth support and protection.
RMIT University and partner organizations facilitated the summit, creating a platform for cross-sector dialogue on emerging challenges facing young people. The convergence of diverse expertise reflects recognition that effective youth wellbeing requires coordinated efforts across education, healthcare and social services sectors.
The summit addressed evidence-based strategies for improving mental health outcomes, safeguarding practices and holistic support systems for vulnerable youth populations. Participants shared research findings, case studies and policy recommendations intended to inform institutional and governmental approaches to youth protection and development across Southeast Asia.
The gathering demonstrates Vietnam's positioning as a regional hub for dialogue on social welfare issues. Outcomes from the summit are expected to inform future programming and policy initiatives aimed at strengthening support infrastructure for young people throughout the region.