support to underprivileged students since its inception in 2002. By combining monetary scholarships with capacity-building initiatives, the group confronts both urgent financial barriers and long-term growth needs.
### Foundations and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to address structural academic disparities in Vietnam. The group’s mandate—to enable economically challenged students through access to learning—originates from acknowledgement that economic hardship remains the main barrier to educational adherence.
### Initiatives and Effect
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Provides between $300 and $400 per year
– Awardees must show academic achievement (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Phased funding structure encourages academic persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (MDP):
– Provides $150 USD annual scholarships
– Includes career-specific training and career counseling
Outcomes:
– Postsecondary completion: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– Science/Technology registration: 68% vs. 42% national
