Our Work in Vietnam
The Library Project has been supporting schools and communities in Vietnam since 2006, implementing programs such as Reading Rooms, Reading Corners, and Literacy Bags. To date, we have donated libraries to more than 125 rural elementary schools and 35 orphanages, reaching over 25,000 children across the country.
Our programs provide students with access to quality, age-appropriate books and vibrant learning spaces that inspire creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading. By working closely with educators, local partners, and community leaders, we ensure that every donation strengthens literacy and learning outcomes.
The Library Project operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh Long, An Giang, Binh Phuoc, and Tay Ninh, with our Vietnam office located in Ho Chi Minh City.
Our Programs in Vietnam
Our work in Vietnam is built around programs that give children the resources, spaces, and support they need to develop strong reading skills. From building libraries to providing take-home books, literacy activities, and training for teachers and parents, each program is designed to ensure every child has the opportunity to read, learn, and thrive.
Reading Rooms
Reading Rooms transform existing school spaces into bright, inviting libraries filled with books, tables, chairs, and shelving designed for children. Working with local education departments, we repurpose unused classrooms into inspiring learning spaces that serve the entire school.
Reading Corners
Reading Corners bring books directly into classrooms and community centers, giving children and teachers access to diverse, high-quality titles. Each Reading Corner creates a welcoming place where children can explore, learn, and grow every day.
Book Donations
Book Donations strengthen existing school libraries by providing new, high-quality books that keep collections fresh and engaging. Each donation helps students discover new stories, explore new ideas, and continue their journey as lifelong readers.
Literacy Bags
Literacy Bags give children their very own collection of books to take home; their first personal library. Distributed through schools and local partners, these bags help families build a reading culture that continues beyond the classroom.
The Need
Education in Vietnam is divided into five levels: pre-primary, primary, intermediate, secondary, and higher education. The government’s focus is on improving general knowledge, developing a skilled workforce, and nurturing young talent. As one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies, Vietnam continues to modernize its education system to meet global standards, with an increasing emphasis on English-language learning and international curriculum development.
Despite these advances, challenges persist. Public schools remain underfunded, and only half of primary school tuition is subsidized by the government. While enrollment rates are high, the quality of education in rural and remote areas often falls below national standards. Many students drop out after the fifth grade because families cannot afford the costs of continuing education.
The Library Project works alongside schools, teachers, and local governments to help close these gaps. By building libraries, providing high-quality books, and supporting teachers and parents, we help ensure that more children—especially in rural communities—have access to the educational resources they need to read, learn, and thrive.
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