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 […]
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 […]
The State of Healthcare in Vietnam: Challenges and Opportunities
Vietnam, a country with a rich history and vibrant culture, has made significant strides in its healthcare system over the past few decades. The country’s life expectancy has increased from 72.91 in 2000 to 75.91 in 2024, indicative of improvements in the population’s health. This progress is a testament to Vietnam’s efforts in enhancing healthcare […]
Empowering Vietnamese Women: Progress, Challenges, and the Role of NGOs | Mekong Plus
Editorial As this study demonstrates, the last decade has seen significant progress for girls and women in Vietnam, in terms of the protection of their rights and their access to opportunities across several domains. Women and girls have seen a marked improvement in living standards, access to education and economic and employment opportunities. Nevertheless, the […]