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Community Outreach Events To Deter Irregular Migration In Ha Tinh
Ha Tinh, 07th-08th April 2016
During 07-08th April, IOM Viet Nam, in cooperation with Provincial Women’s Union, organized two community outreach events in Thach Kim and Mai Phu commune, Loc Ha district of Ha Tinh province to deliver the information and policies against irregular migration from Vietnam to Australia by boat, avoiding being cheated or involved in irregular migration activities.
These events proudly witnessed the presence of Mr. Mark Sandell, Second Secretary, and Mr. Mai Van Kien, Officer, from Australian Embassy as well as Mr. David Knight, Chief of Mission, and Mrs. Do Thi Thanh Mai, Project Officer, from IOM Viet Nam.
Residents there expressed deep concern about this issue, actively joining the activities and asking various questions related to Australia's immigration policies. Leaders of local authorities and concerned organizations also participated in these community events, showing their commitment in collaboration and responses to prevent this irregular migration.
People gathered around to join the community event
Mr. Mark Sandell, First Secretary at the Australian Embassy in Hanoi gave an opening speech
Ms. Do Thi Thanh Mai – Program Officer at IOM Viet Nam spoke on behalf of IOM
A performance organized by local artists
Drama performance by local artists
Participants enjoyed the performances in the event
Participants received some gifts for their correct answers to the quizzes