Structure of 12 sessions in the two versions: Lowland and Mountainous
Quang Ninh CDC Continues Training for Grassroots Health Workers at Quang Yen Health Center
Following the success of the first training at Hai Ha District Health Center, on 1 October 2025, the Quang Ninh Provincial Centre for Disease Control (CDC), in collaboration with the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD), organized the next training session for grassroots community health workers (CHWs) at Quang Yen District Health Center […]
RTCCD and Quang Ninh CDC Conduct Supportive Supervision at Commune Health Stations under the EM-THRIVE Project
Following the training course held on 17–18 September 2025 by provincial-level trainers from the Quang Ninh Provincial Centre for Disease Control (CDC), local community health workers (CHWs) quickly shared knowledge and discussed with their colleagues to plan how to integrate the new skills into routine Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) sessions at their commune health […]
Training for Commune Health Workers at Hai Ha Health Station, Quang Ninh
Within the framework of the EM-THRIVE project, the Quang Ninh Provincial Center for Disease Control organized the first training session for health workers from 20 communes/wards at Hai Ha Health Station on September 17–18, 2025. The entire training process was supervised and technically supported by the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD). The […]
Provincial Training of Trainers Workshop – EM-THRIVE Project in Can Tho
From September 10–12, 2025, the Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD), in collaboration with the Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) of Can Tho City, organized a training workshop for provincial-level trainers. This activity marked an important kick-off within the framework of the EM-THRIVE Project (2025–2027): Enabling Mountainous and […]
Provincial Training of Trainers Workshop – EM-THRIVE Project in Can Tho
From September 10–12, 2025, the Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD), in collaboration with the Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) of Can Tho City, organized a training workshop for provincial-level trainers. This activity marked an important kick-off within the framework of the EM-THRIVE Project (2025–2027): Enabling Mountainous and […]
Partnering with the Department of Health in Can Tho – Soc Trang province: Joining Hands for Children’s Health and Early Childhood Development
On September 9, 2025, the project team held an important working session with the Department of Health in Can Tho – Soc Trang to discuss and align on plans for implementing a program that supports early childhood development through positive parenting training. This marks a key starting point for the project, laying the foundation for sustainable […]
Embracing the Khmer Community in My Huong (Can Tho) – Listening, Understanding, and Supporting Early Childhood Development
On September 11, 2025, our project team carried out a meaningful field trip to Mỹ Hương commune, Cần Thơ (formerly Thuận Hưng commune – Sóc Trăng, now merged and renamed). This was not only an opportunity to exchange with local health officials but also a chance to immerse ourselves in the Khmer community, listening closely […]
Commitment to Equity: Tuyen Quang Department of Health Strengthen Support for Ethnic Minority Children’s First 2,000 Days
On August 13, 2025, the Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD) held a high-level consultation with the Tuyen Quang Department of Health, the Provincial Center for Disease Control (CDC), and the Provincial Radio and Television Station. Discussions centered on introducing the Early Journey of Life (EJOL) Program, exploring sustainable implementation strategies, and fostering […]
From Listening to Action – Promoting Early Childhood Development for H’Mong, Dao, and Nung Children in Tung Vai and Quan Ba (Tuyen Quang province)
As part of the Early Journey of Life (EJOL) Program, from August 8–13, 2025, the RTCCD working team conducted a field visit to two communes, Tung Vai and Quan Ba. This journey was not only an opportunity to listen to the stories of H’Mong, Dao, and Nung families, but also to explore sustainable solutions for […]
Provincial-level Training of Trainers – EM-THRIVE Project in Quang Ninh
On August 6, 2025, the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD), in collaboration with the Department of Health and the Quang Ninh Center for Disease Control (CDC), organized a provincial-level Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop. This was an important kick-off activity within the “Enabling Mountainous and Rural Children from Five Provinces in Vietnam […]
Strong engagement from the health sector, education sector, and the Provincial Fatherland Front Committee in Quang Ninh promises positive outcomes for comprehensive care of young children in the first 2,000 days of life
On August 5, 2025, the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD) met with provincial officials from the Department of Health, the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the Department of Education, and the Provincial Women’s Union in Quang Ninh to discuss the implementation of activities under the project “Enabling Mountainous and Rural Children from […]
Foreign experts provide technical support to promote gender equality and prevent violence against women and children
On June 26, the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD) met with three child mental development experts from Monash University (Australia), along with two experts on gender equality and violence prevention against women and children from the Prevention Collaborative (United States). During the meeting, RTCCD shared updates on its efforts to integrate information […]
RTCCD and Monash University visit the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology
On June 25, the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD) visited the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (NIHE) together with Professor Jane Fisher and two experts on child mental development from Monash University. The purpose of the visit was to discuss strategies for integrating positive parenting guidance interventions into the National Expanded […]
EM-THRIVE Project Launch Workshop “From Research to Policy and Evidence-Based Practice: Strengthening Vietnam’s Health Systems for Early Childhood Development”
On the morning of June 24, 2025, at the Central Guest House – 8 Chu Van An, Hanoi, the Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD), together with Ministry of Health’s Maternal and Child Health Department, and Monash University, Australia, organized the EM-THRIVE project launch workshop, titled “From Research to Policy and Evidence-Based Practice: […]
Provincial-level Training in Binh Thuan for EM-THRIVE Project Implementation
From June 16 to June 18, Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD) collaborated with Binh Thuan Provincial Center for Disease Control to conduct a training workshop for 20 provincial-level master trainers as part of the EM-THRIVE project implementation. Binh Thuan is the first province to launch this training at the provincial level. The […]
Workshop “For a Sustainable Future – The Mission and the Journey”
On May 9, 2025, The Human Safety Net organized the workshop “For a Sustainable Future – The Mission and the Journey” in Ho Chi Minh City. This workshop marked the beginning of a new journey — one that deepens our understanding of child development in Vietnam and highlights the challenges that require collective support from […]
Annual Planning Workshop and Coordination Mechanism with Can Tho and Soc Trang Provinces
On May 8, 2025, the Research and Training Centre for Community Development (RTCCD) held a meeting with leaders from the Departments of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of Can Tho and Soc Trang provinces to develop the annual plan and establish a coordination mechanism for the implementation of the EM-THRIVE […]
Discussion on Topic Selection for Integration into Vaccination Sessions at Commune and Ward Health Stations in Five Provinces under the EM-THRIVE Project
On April 23 and 29, the Research and Training Center for Community Development (RTCCD) organized two online discussion sessions with officials from five provinces, within the framework of the project “Promoting the Comprehensive Development of Children through Positive Parenting Skills Training in Five Provinces and Cities of Vietnam” (EM-THRIVE). These sessions focused on discussing and […]