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Vietnamese PhD finds gene that protects 10% of global crops

Out of 80,000 coded genes, Dr. Hoan was looking for the gene responsible for forming barley resistance to fungal rust, which was as hard as "finding a needle at the bottom of the tank".

Nguyen Van Cu (standing) with his colleagues at DRD

People with Disability Make a Change through Vocational Education

Mr. Nguyen Van Cu, Deputy Director of the Centre for Disability Research and Capacity Development (DRD) and his colleagues have been implementing various initiatives to promote the engagement of people with disability (PWD) in society. These initiatives include providing PWDs with access to quality vocational education and training to help

Nguyen Huu Huy Hoang (born 1996) is one of 55 new Australia Awards recipients this year.

The secret of “hunting” prestigious Australia Awards scholarships

Dan Tri – In June, 55 Vietnamese students will depart for Australia on Australian Government funded scholarships to pursue master’s degrees.

Cooperation Agreement Signing Ceremony for the Implementation of Establishment and Capacity Building for the Vietnam Australia Centre

On the morning of 8 June 2022, The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) signed a Cooperation Agreement at the HCMA to implement the Project: "Establishment and Capacity Building for the Vietnam – Australia Centre” (VAC), in Hanoi.

Do Your Best to Benefit Women and Girls

Nguyen Thuy To Tram Nguyen Thuy To Tram (born in 1988) overcame adversity to win an Australia Awards Scholarship, and is now pursuing her dream of becoming a university lecturer. Visually impaired since one year old, To Tram wants to raise community awareness about the capabilities and rights of people

The ceremony was held online and offline in Hanoi on 14 April 2022. Photo by: VLR

Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) Committed to be a Strategic Partner in Australia-supported Project on Promoting Logistics Vocational Education

On 14 April, the Australian Embassy in Vietnam and Vietnam’s Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) launched a new project to promote logistics industry engagement in vocational education, valued up to AUD 13.8 million (VND 246 billion in equivalent). At the event, VLA committed to being a strategic

The Australian Embassy in Vietnam and the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) - have officially launched Australia’s next phase of support for Vietnam’s vocational education and training.

Promoting Vocational Education between Vietnam and Australia

On 14 April, the Australian Embassy in Vietnam and Vietnam’s Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) launched Australia’s next phase of support for Vietnam’s vocational education and training (VET).

San Diu Girl Contributes to Gender Equality in Education

Ha Thi Hong is most proud of her support for students in their studies abroad. Ha Thi Hong (born 1994) is a water, climate change and energy researcher, with a strong interest in gender equality in education. According to Ha Thi Hong, gender equality in education contributes to improved workforce

Ms. Phung Thi Lan Phuong, Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI)

60 Australia Awards Scholarships for Vietnamese citizens

Persons with disabilities, ethnic minority people and people from rural areas are strongly encouraged to apply for Australian Award Scholarships (AAS)

Taking Engineering to the Next Level at the LEGO Group in Vietnam

Thi Quang Linh Tran, Master of Engineering (Water Resources Management), Sustainable Construction Manager at the LEGO Group As a child, Thi Quang Linh Tran was in awe of the women in her life as engineers or scientists. Looking up to them as talented, strong, intelligent and dedicated individuals, this admiration

Orientation workshop on the training course for VET educators supporting students with disability

Ho Chi Minh City: Training Vocational Educators to Support People with Disability

In her opening remarks, Ms. Kaye Eldridge, Aus4Skills Program Director, shared that vocational education and training (VET) is affected by limited perceptions about the potential of people with disabilities.

Improve Living Conditions and Accessibility for People with Disabilities

On 20 January afternoon, Australian alumni in Vietnam discussed practical ways to improve living conditions and accessibility in cities for people with disability in Vietnam through a virtual panel discussion on “Accessible Cities for People with Disabilities - Assistive Devices and Information”.