About us
Cánh Diều Việt Nam (CDV) is a Vietnamese-led social enterprise dedicated to empowering vulnerable children and youth through inclusive, community-driven, and culturally grounded solutions.
CDV focuses on sustainable development in areas of inclusive education, mental health, youth entrepreneurship, digital skills, and climate resilience initiatives…
How you can get involved
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To use consulting services
News
09/2025
Construction and Renovation of Sanitation Facilities for Children in Cao Bang
In September 2025, Cánh Diều Việt Nam (CDV) officially signed a non-project agreement with the People’s Committee of Quang Uyen Commune and the People’s Committee of Doc Lap Commune, Cao Bang Province, with funding support from Trekking for Kids (TFK). Under the agreement, CDV will implement activities to improve school sanitation conditions for local children, […]
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“Chơi Rì”: Children as game designers using local materialsIn many mountainous areas, mass-produced toys are often costly and ill-suited to local living conditions; meanwhile, forests, streams, gardens, and fields offer a wealth of materials for play and learning. Children possess rich imaginations, but without space and opportunity, their creativity can easily fade. The “Chơi Rì” project — initiated by Canh Dieu Viet Nam […] |
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Official launch of the social enterprise Cánh Diều Việt NamAugust 2025 marks the official launch of the social enterprise Cánh Diều Việt Nam (CDV). CDV was established with the support from ChildFund Vietnam, an international orgnasiation with 30 years of operations in Vietnam, ensuring that a local team has a strong foundation for sustainability, independence, and long-term impact. This is a natural and necessary […] |
Stories
Creativity Sprouting from Local Materials: Thu’s Story
In Na Ri district, Bac Kan province (now Xuan Duong commune, Thai Nguyen province), 10-year-old Thu grew up where mass-produced toys are scarce and costly. Summers meant helping her mother sweep the yard and pick vegetables; free moments led to the village stream. “On days when the water rises high it’s dangerous—I don’t dare go […]
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