HCM City ensures elderly and disabled voters can cast ballots with ease
Local authorities in HCM City are making special efforts to help elderly and disabled voters take part in the upcoming elections. Officials have been visiting homes to deliver voter cards and explain procedures ahead of the 16th National Assembly and city council polls. Extra support includes Braille materials, audio guides, and transport assistance for those with mobility or visual impairments.
In Bình Thạnh Ward, a meeting was organised for visually impaired voters to explain candidate details and voting steps. Braille documents and audio recordings were provided to ensure everyone could access the information. Nguyễn Thị Cảnh, a 32-year-old blind voter, praised the ward's efforts to make the process inclusive.
Officials have also been visiting elderly residents unable to travel easily. Nguyễn Duy An, aged 92, welcomed the home visit despite his difficulty moving around. Similarly, 80-year-old Nguyễn Thị Hoàng Nga, a wheelchair user and meritorious service awardee, received assistance at her residence. The ward has identified 20 visually impaired temporary residents living in difficult conditions. Local youths will volunteer on election day to transport them to polling stations and guide them through casting their ballots. Administrative teams continue working to remove barriers for voters with disabilities or mobility challenges.
The initiatives aim to guarantee that all eligible voters—including seniors, people with disabilities, and those with developmental challenges—can participate in the elections. Home visits, accessible materials, and volunteer support have been put in place to ensure no one is left out of the democratic process.
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