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More than 400 young people have received gender equality and employment counseling, to help them integrate more confidently into society through the "Transformational Skilling for a Smarter Future in Vietnam" project.

Promoting digital transformation for young people. Photo: Plan International Vietnam

The closing ceremony of the "Transformational Skilling for a Smarter Future in Vietnam" project took place on March 21 in Hanoi, marking a year of implementation with remarkable achievements.

The project was carried out from April 2024 to March 2025 by Plan International Vietnam in collaboration with REACH Institute, with funding from Lenovo.

Nguyen Thanh Huyen, project coordinator from the REACH Institute, said the project had a total budget of USD 78,000 and aimed to enhance the digital skills of disadvantaged youth, helping them build a career in IT.

After one year, the project has delivered impressive results including 207 young people (42% of whom are women) participated in training courses on 2D & 3D graphic design and Digital Marketing; 85% of graduates secured employment after completing the program; and 213 young people received life skills training and gender equality knowledge to boost their confidence in entering the labor market.

Sharing about the project, Nguyen Van Giap, General Director of Lenovo Vietnam stated, "Through this project, Lenovo aims to create a more inclusive learning environment, supporting disadvantaged youth, especially women, and bridging the gender gap in the technology sector."

At the ceremony, Le Quynh Lan, Country Director of Plan International Vietnam emphasized this project not only provided young people with vocational training and essential skills but also contributed to shifting societal perceptions about women's capabilities in technology, a field often seen as male-dominated.

According to Pham Thi Thanh Tam, Director of REACH Institute, the project has opened up employment opportunities in the digital economy for more than 200 young people, 85% of whom have secured jobs after training. This result proves that digital transformation is not just about technology but also a powerful catalyst for human development.

Representing the program’s beneficiaries, Lo Duyen Huyen, a graduate of the 2D graphic design course, expresses her gratitude to this course. She now have a stable profession, greater confidence, and the ability to support her family. "I am grateful to REACH, Lenovo, and Plan International Vietnam for giving me this opportunity to explore my potential and open new paths for my future."

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