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 […]
Local participation, one of the keys to the success of our NGO
From the inception of our NGO, Mekong Plus has aimed to establish a central principle, a condition for any support: that there be active participation from the local population to support our actions. After all, Vietnam does have resources, if not the youth of its population. We then contacted local authorities to present our point […]
Unveiling Anh Duong Center, Mekong Plus’ Local Partner Transforming Lives in the Heart of the Mekong Delta
In the heart of the Long Mỹ district, an inspiring journey of community development unfolds through the tireless efforts of Anh Duong Center. Established in 2008, this non-governmental organization has been a beacon of hope, striving to uplift the lives of those facing economic hardships. Let’s explore the profound impact and multifaceted initiatives championed by […]
Microcredits in Vietnam : an Evolving Landscape
Discover through the testimony of Bernard Kervyn, head of the NGO Mekong Plus engaged for three decades in Vietnam and Cambodia, the rich and nuanced history of the microcredit program. Let’s dive into the experiences, challenges, and successes that have shaped this initiative, providing a unique insight into the social and economic evolution at the […]
30 Years of Impact: A Chronicle Mekong Plus’s Journey building a brighter future for the Mekong Delta communities
In the winding rivers of the Mekong Delta, where life and the river go hand in hand, Mekong Plus is making a real difference. As we step into 2024, it’s more than just a new year for us. It’s a time to look back at the lives we’ve touched and the journey to fight poverty […]
Thriving Against Odds: Mekong Plus Microcredits Unleash Potential
Unleashing Potential in Rural Communities Nestled in the serene heartlands of Vietnam and Cambodia, Mekong Plus stands tall as a beacon of hope. This non-profit organization is not just a lifeline for impoverished households; it’s a force that transforms lives. At its core lies a transformative tool – microcredits. Understanding Mekong Plus Microcredits: A Ray […]
Mekong Plus improving lives through microcredit, employment and education
When Bernard Kervyn first arrived in Vietnam in the mid 1990s, the country was still ravaged by a lack of basic amenities and infrastructure—no doubt a turning point for the creation of Mekong Plus, a non-profit organization that now strives to improve rural lives and eliminate poverty in villages in southern Vietnam and Cambodia through […]
Mekong Quilts’ pursuit to elevate lives of underprivileged women
Founded in 2001 as a quilt-focused handicraft social enterprise dedicated to the mission of uplifting lives of female artisans in the Mekong Delta, Mekong Quilts’ was a result of sister non-profit organisation Mekong Plus’ three-decade-long commitment to improving lives of locals in Vietnam and Cambodia. When Founding Director Bernard Kervyn first arrived in Vietnam in […]
Mekong Plus transforms Vietnam through microcredit
Microcredit : “It’s a gift that gives twice,” explained Bernard Kervyn, founder of Mekong Plus, the non-profit and community development organization that has spent more than two decades improving the lives of thousands in the Mekong Delta region. Indeed, help comes in many forms, but to Bernard, the best form of assistance is one that […]