Bringing the Da Nang Story to the Global Forum in Ghana
Anh Thi. From hesitation in sharing to representing Vietnamese youth at the Global Learning Forum 2026.
From Silent Melodies to a Symphony of Confidence
Vu. From quiet melodies in solitude to using voice and music to inspire confidence.
Learning the Language of Listening
Nguyen Hoang Ha, adolescent representative. Learning humility, listening, and empowering the next generation.
From Silence to Voice, and from Voice to Action
Tran Dinh Vy Khanh, 13 years old, FPT Da Nang. Using voice to speak up for those who have not yet dared to speak.
Brilliance begins when you dare to take action
Nguyen Nhat Bao Nguyen, AYAG member. Turning ideas into action, spreading positive values, and inspiring others.
From an uncertain girl to a young leader
Cu Khanh Linh, a member of the Children’s Council and AYAG, grew more confident and proactive while creating positive impact in her community.
STEM School Tour Da Nang: Inspiring Innovation and Creativity Among 292 High School Students
Innovation STEM School Tour is an experiential STEM education program for 292 students from four high schools in Da Nang City (formerly Quang Nam Province), including Le Thanh Tong High School for the Gifted, Tran Quy Cap High School, Que Son High School, and Tran Cao Van High School, held from April 11–25, 2026. The […]
Digital Transformation in Da Nang: From Access to Youth Empowerment
From Digital City to Co-Creation: A New Model in Da Nang Da Nang is one of Vietnam’s leading cities in digital transformation, with technology widely integrated into urban management, education, and public services. Yet digital transformation is not only about technology—it is also about who gets to participate in shaping and building these systems. In […]
Chuyển đổi số Đà Nẵng: Trao quyền cho thanh thiếu niên kiến tạo thay đổi kỷ nguyên 4.0
Thanh thiếu niên Đà Nẵng đang trở thành tác nhân tạo thay đổi trong chuyển đổi số, đồng sáng tạo giải pháp công nghệ cho giáo dục, sức khỏe và đô thị.
Strengthening Capacity on Overweight and Obesity Prevention in 34 High Schools in Da Nang
The alarming rise of school-based overweight and obesity, particularly in urban areas, is becoming a major public health challenge affecting young people. This trend calls for urgent action to strengthen schools’ capacity in nutrition management and behavior change communication, ensuring sustainable improvements in student health and well-being. On April 2–3, 2026, the Da Nang Center […]
Conference on Evaluating the Nutrition Education Model in 21 Secondary Schools in Da Nang
With the growing recognition that nutrition education is fundamental to shaping lifelong healthy behaviors, especially in preventing overweight and obesity among students in urban areas, strengthening school-based nutrition education in Da Nang has become an essential and strategic priority to safeguard the health of younger generations. To assess the effectiveness of practical interventions, on February […]
GLF 2026: When adolescent voices become a driver of systematic change
From 02–06 February 2026, the Global Learning Forum 2026 (GLF 2026) was successfully held in Ho and Accra, Ghana. This marked the final global forum under the Healthy Cities for Adolescents – Phase II (HCA-II) programme, funded by Fondation Botnar and managed by Ecorys. Designed as an adolescent-centered, practice-oriented and action-driven learning space, the Forum […]
Da Nang Reviews Child-Related Indicators To Inform The 2026-2030 Socio-Economic Development Plan
Da Nang, 26 December 2025 – The Da Nang Department of Health, in collaboration with UNICEF Viet Nam, successfully organized a Workshop on Reviewing and Advocating for Policy Integration into Da Nang’s Socio-Economic Development Plan (SEDP), with a focus on child-related indicators, gender responsiveness, and resilience to climate change and natural disasters. The workshop was […]
LAUNCH OF THE “GREEN STEM INNOVATION 2025” COURSE IN DA NANG
Da Nang, September 14, 2025 – Within the framework of the Healthy Cities for Adolescents (HCA) – Phase II project in Da Nang, funded by the Botnar Foundation and managed by Ecorys, UNICEF Viet Nam, in collaboration with the Viet Nam–UK Institute for Research & Executive Education (VNUK), University of Da Nang, successfully launched the […]
Consultation workshop on expanding social assistance policies for children in Da Nang
Da Nang, May 9, 2025 – A successful consultation workshop on the proposed expansion of social assistance (SA) policies for children in Da Nang City was jointly organized by the Da Nang Department of Health and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF Viet Nam). The event is a key activity within the framework of the […]
Danang Adolescents for the enviroment: Communication & Creative Storytelling Training
Da Nang – In February 2025, the Communication & Creative Storytelling Training for outstanding youth passionate about the environment and climate change in Da Nang was successfully held. This initiative is part of the Healthy Cities for Adolescents Phase II Project in Da Nang (HCA-II Da Nang), funded by Fondation Botnar and managed by Ecorys […]
Sharing initiatives for Child Friendly Cities for children and adolescents in Danang
Da Nang, January 10, 2025 – The exchange and learning workshop on the Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) was co-organized by the Da Nang Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (DOLISA) and UNICEF Viet Nam. This event was also part of Phase II of the Healthy Cities for Adolescents (HCA-II) project in Da Nang, […]
U-Invent 2024: A Nationwide Innovation Playground for High School Students
Da Nang, January 5, 2025 – The grand finale of the 7th National High School Science and Technology Innovation Competition (U-Invent 2024) concluded successfully. This prominent event is part of the Healthy Cities for Adolescents Phase II (HCA-II) project in Da Nang (2023–2026), funded by Botnar Foundation and managed by Ecorys, co-organized by the United […]
2016 Children’s Law Communication Training: Spreading Knowledge, Connecting Youth
Da Nang, December 8th and 15th, 2024 – 50 delegates from the City-level Children’s Council (CC) participated in a special communication skills training course on the 2016 Children’s Law. This activity is part of the Child-Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) and Phase II of the Healthy Cities for Adolescents (HCA-II) project in Da Nang (2023–2026), funded […]
Expanding the Children’s Council with UNICEF’s Support
To create a truly child-friendly Da Nang where no child or adolescent is left behind, listening to and respecting their voices is crucial. Since 2016, the Children’s Council, piloted in seven districts by Da Nang Youth Union, has provided a platform for children to express their views and share their aspirations on issues they care […]
U-Invent 7: Top Innovative Ideas for a Safer Future
The U-Invent 7 technology innovation competition is reaching its climax, filled with exciting and challenging stages. In the Prototype Round, creative ideas were transformed into tangible prototypes, with teams passionately presenting their solutions to the judging panel. Eleven outstanding teams have been selected to advance to the semi-finals on December 8th. U-Invent 7 – A […]
Strengthening Local Health Capacity: A Unified Effort to Combat Childhood Overweight and Obesity in Da Nang
On November 14 and 15, 2024, the Da Nang Center for Disease Control (CDC Da Nang) successfully held two comprehensive training sessions aimed at enhancing the capacity to prevent and manage overweight and obesity among children. These sessions were part of the broader project, “Healthy Cities for Adolescents (HCA) in Da Nang, 2023-2026,” funded by […]
U-INVENT 7: Innovation for safer future
U-Invent 7 is a Science and Technology Innovation competition organized by UNICEF Vietnam in collaboration with the VN-UK Institute for Research and Executive Education (VNUK), part of the series of activities of the Healthy City for Adolescents project phase 2 in Da Nang, funded by Botnar Foundation and managed by Ecorys. U-Invent 7 “Innovation for […]
Final round of Youth On! Hackathon 2024
After more than 1 month, the programming competition for young talents in Da Nang Youth On! Hackathon 2024 officially ended on August 25 with different emotions. Youth On! Hackathon is an activity in the Healthy City for Adolescents – Phase 2 project, funded by Botnar Foundation and managed by Ecorys, organized by UNICEF Vietnam in […]
STEM Summer Class – Junior Researcher 2024
“Junior Researcher” course is part of the Skills Training Series for Young People aged 14 – 18 in Secondary and High Schools, co-organized by UNICEF Vietnam and the VN-UK Institute for Research and Executive Education (VNUK), Danang University, funded by Botnar Foundation and managed by Ecorys, to foster skills and encourage comprehensive development for Da […]
Your future leader – Leadership and debate skills training for more than 120 Da Nang youths
More than 120 students from secondary and high schools aged 12-19 in Da Nang participated in the training “𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧” from July 16-20, 2024, which starts the Skills Training Series for Da Nang Children and Adolescents. This is an activity implemented by UNICEF Vietnam and the VN-UK Institute for Research and Executive Education (VNUK), Danang University, under the Healthy Cities for Youth (HCA) project phase 2.
UNICEF X VNUK: A Series Of Exciting Summer Activities Exclusively For Da Nang Youth In 2024
Continuing the HCA project phase 1; in phase 2, UNICEF Vietnam continues to coordinate with VNUK to organize a series of interesting competitions and courses
Introducing Van Thy: U-Invent 6’s Inspiring Second Place Winner!
Through her active participation, Thy not only showcases the remarkable prowess of girls in technology but also underscores their transformative ability to nurture a world that is more inclusive and interconnected.
Da Nang Green Dance Contest 2024
Các bạn trẻ Đà Nẵng sẽ có một cơ hội tuyệt vời để thể hiện tài năng, sự sáng tạo và tình yêu với môi trường thông qua “Cuộc Thi Nhảy Vũ Điệu Xanh Đà Nẵng 2024”, được phối hợp tổ chức bởi UNICEF Việt Nam, Thành Đoàn và Đội Thiếu niên Tiền phong Hồ Chí Minh thành phố Đà Nẵng
Calling Out the 7 Most Talented Teams Competing for the Top Spot in U-INVENT 6!
These teams are bringing innovative projects to the table, and as the Finals approach, let’s show them our support and encouragement!
Launch of Youth On! Hackathon 2023
We’re thrilled to share that over 60 enthusiastic young minds have joined us, presenting a range of innovative solutions to promote the mental well-being of adolescents and youths. Especially, the competition is a part of the series of activities in honor of World Children’s Day this year in Viet Nam, with a key focus on mental health.
Creating solutions for a better word: have you ever thought?
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has collaborated with the Vietnamese Institute for Research and Training – England (VNUK), Da Nang University and Da Nang Youth Union to organize the 6th season of the U-Invent competition in Da Nang City. The competition is part of the Healthy City for Adolescents project (HCA) and is themed “Bridging innovation for a better life – Leaving no one behind”. U-Invent 6 aims to provide a platform for young adults to develop their creative thinking skills and enhance their sense of responsibility towards the community.
Join the My City Voice program
Leading up to the 11th World Urban Forum in Poland from June 26-30, Fondation Botnar, the sponsor for the HCA project in Da Nang, is organizing a media campaign called #MyCityMyVoice for youth and young adults. This is an opportunity for you to share your ideas and ask questions to experts and world leaders about urbanization and city planning.
Upgrading two playgrounds in Da Nang
Children are playing at a UNICEF-supported newly renovated playground in Da Nang City as life normalcy is restoring in the coastal area. The playground, launched today and designed by children and adolescents aged 12-18 from a recent design contest entitled “Green Playground Inner City”, is a token answering the local children’s and adolescents’ call to have more public spaces and playgrounds in the city.