Sung Thi Si’s life once revolved around working the terraced fields. But since joining the Sa Phin White Linen Cooperative, she has woven a new path for herself, turning traditional linen weaving into a reliable livelihood.
“Since I joined the cooperative, my family's income has become more stable. With regular orders, I can earn at least 120 USD a month," Si said.
Thanks to attending training sessions on digital transformation organized by the local Women's Union, members of the Sa Phin White Linen Cooperative have expanded market. With a smartphone, they now sell products on e-commerce platforms, livestream on social media, build a personal brand, and reach customers beyond their locality.
Vu Thi Ha, a member of the Cooperative, said: "I sell products on Facebook, Zalo, TikTok, and other platforms. Once I became proficient in information technology, I felt more confident in selling products. Since we started selling online, our income has improved and our lives have become better."
In many localities, cooperatives are empowering women to start a business, develop their livelihood, and strengthen their role in society. Many women-led cooperatives have started using traceability technology, organic production methods, and the One Commune One Product (OCOP) program.
Ba Thi Nguyet Thu, Director of the Hanoi Green Cooperative, said: "After opening the Hanoi Green Cooperative, we immediately developed an e-commerce strategy. We use a product traceability system to digitally track product origins and have established our own e-commerce platform."
The Women’s Union provides digital skills training, startup support, connection to e-commerce platforms, and management and brand building advice, helping women pursue sustainable economic development.
