Anh Duong & CAO: Improving Health, Inclusion and Opportunity in Vietnam and Cambodia
At Mekong Plus, development starts with listening to communities and responding to concrete local needs. In both Vietnam and Cambodia, our local partners continue building impactful programs that improve health, education and inclusion for vulnerable families. This month, we highlight the important work carried out alongside two long-standing partners:Â Anh Duong in Vietnam and Community […]
Vietnam’s Worst Floods in Decades: How Mekong Plus is Standing Beside Affected Families
A Disaster Beyond Anything Previously Seen Vietnam is facing some of the most destructive floods in its recent history. This year’s rainfall and resulting inundations have far exceeded what local communities, authorities and even long-standing disaster-response organisations are used to managing. In many regions, floodwaters arrived with extraordinary speed, overwhelming rivers and reservoirs to the […]
Cows, Crops & Climate: How Mekong Plus and CAO Are Transforming Rural Cambodia
Introduction: A New Harvest of Hope In the heart of rural Cambodia, in the districts of Rumduol and Romeas Haek, communities are working hand-in-hand with Mekong Plus and the Community Advancement Organization (CAO) to rewrite the future. Once marked by limited crop yields, environmental degradation, and economic hardship, these areas are now fertile ground for […]
Building Hope, Brick by Brick: How Mekong Plus is Rehousing Vietnam’s Poorest Families
Across the flood-prone lowlands of the Mekong Delta and the arid hills of central Vietnam, thousands of families still live in fragile shelters—barely able to withstand the rain, let alone the growing pressures of climate change. For these families, having a safe, permanent home remains a distant dream. But thanks to Mekong Plus and its […]
Microcredit: Miracle Solution or Hidden Trap?
Microcredit is often hailed as a miracle solution to poverty. Since the 1980s, it has captured the imagination of governments, NGOs, and financial institutions alike: lend small sums to people excluded from the banking system to help them launch income-generating activities. It’s a simple, flexible, and empowering tool. But the reality is far more complex. […]
Bike Tours and Cruises in the Mekong Delta: Sustainable Adventures with Mekong Plus
The Mekong Delta, with its lush landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, offers an unparalleled destination for travellers seeking meaningful, sustainable adventures. Mekong Plus, a dedicated non-profit organisation, has developed a range of eco-friendly bike tours and cruises in Vietnam and Cambodia, crafted for those looking to explore the region responsibly. Perfect for individuals, families, […]
Nurturing the Environment and Empowering Communities: Mekong Plus’ Commitment to Sustainable Development
For over two decades, Mekong Plus has been a catalyst for change in rural communities across Vietnam and Cambodia. While much of the organization’s work has focused on improving education, healthcare, and livelihoods, one of its most significant achievements has been fostering sustainable development that benefits both people and the environment. By promoting eco-friendly practices […]
2023 in Review: Mekong Plus’ Progress and Strategic Vision for 2024
In the landscape of community development across Vietnam and Cambodia, Mekong Plus and its local partners the Anh Duong Center, the Thien Chi Center and C.AO (Community Advancement Organization) are recognized as a catalyst for progress and hope. As we review our achievements in 2023 and outline our plans for 2024, our commitment to sustainable […]
Eco-Tourism in Vietnam: A Sustainable Adventure
Vietnam is a captivating destination for travelers seeking natural beauty and cultural experiences. And with a GDP contribution of over 6.4% in 2024, the sector of Tourism is one of the strongest of Vietnam’s Economy. Even without Covid, the industry of tourism in Vietnam has had its ups and down, but considerable efforts and investments […]
Safeguarding Vietnam’s Natural Treasures: The Vital Work of Wildlife and Nature NGOs
Vietnam’s natural wonders have captivated the world for generations, from the mist-covered peaks of the northern highlands to the lush biodiversity of its tropical rainforests. However, the scars of history, particularly the Vietnam War, have left lasting impacts on the country’s flora and fauna, even after almost half a century Despite the challenges, a beacon […]
Nurturing Nature: Mekong Plus’ Green Revolution
In the heart of Vietnam, where the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City fade into the serene landscapes of rural Vietnam, Mekong Plus is sowing the seeds of change. Beyond its microcredit programs, the organization is deeply committed to environmental sustainability. This blog unveils the remarkable initiatives that are not only greening the earth […]
Eco-friendly homes made possible at Mekong Plus
Since its founding in the early 2000s, Vietnam and Cambodia-based non-profit organisation Mekong Plus has placed utmost priority in improving lives and eliminating poverty through countless projects related to agriculture, infrastructure, health, education and more. Despite improvements in Vietnam over the last decade, another plague has surfaced. According to statistics from the World Bank, over […]
Mekong Plus strives to save both people and the environment
The Mekong Delta has seen a new slate of challenges in recent years. Global warming has caused the sea to rise 1 cm a year, while intensive agriculture has caused land to sink 3 cm a year due to over-pumping of groundwater—a morbid combination that has resulted in heavy flooding in many parts of Vietnam […]
Mekong Plus help villagers beat rising costs and climate change
Mekong Plus helps villagers beat rising costs and climate change In the midst of the global recovery from the pandemic-driven economic downturn, city dwellers in major cities in south-east Asia are looking forward to a quick return to normalcy and better times thanks to international tourism and trade. “There is prejudice [towards villagers] especially during […]
Mekong Plus nurturing both farmers and the environment
From subsidised housing made from bricks that combine plastic water bottles and a layer of cement, to pyrolysis trials that aim to turn plastic refuse into fuel by Mekong Plus’ team in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region, the non-profit organisation began its humble roots in the mid-90s with a clear objective of eliminating poverty in Vietnam […]
Transforming plastic to improve lives: Mekong Plus’ other strategy
Since the earliest days, Mekong Plus and its founder Bernard Kervyn have been deeply devoted to changing the lives of underprivileged locals and their families in Vietnam through initiatives such as micro-credits, sustainable livestock farming and scholarship programmes to keep as many children in school as possible. Through its close involvement with schools in the […]
