The following is a post by Anjana Sundaram that appeared in New America Media. View the original post here. NAM EDITOR'S NOTE: The newly established Freedom From Fear Award recognizes people who put aside their fear of immigration laws and made a significant impact on immigrants and refugees. This is the last of six articles profiling some of the awardees. For a complete list … [Read more...] about Freedom From Fear Awards: Fighting School Violence, Asian Immigrants Find Their Voice
Rotavin – A New Breakthrough in Domestically Produced Vaccines for Vietnam
Vietnam’s Institute of Vaccines and Medical Biologicals (IVAC) recently announced the approval of Rotavin for clinical use by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Vietnamese National Institute for Control of Vaccine and Biologicals. The research and aim for domestic production of a rotavirus vaccine began in 1998 and proved successful after more than 10 years … [Read more...] about Rotavin – A New Breakthrough in Domestically Produced Vaccines for Vietnam
Vietnam’s legendary turtle is good as new – and, she’s a girl
During 15th century Vietnam, emperor Le Loi found in his possession a most powerful sword--a sword with which lead to a victory against the Chinese, reclaiming Vietnam’s independence. While sailing on a lake in Hanoi formerly known as Luc Thuy, or “Green Water,” a giant, golden turtle (“Kim Qui”) appeared and took the sword from Le Loi. The turtle submerged to the depths of … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s legendary turtle is good as new – and, she’s a girl
Discovery: Vietnam Home to “Most Romantic” Ape, the Gibbon
Vietnam has another natural treasure: the most romantic ape in the world. No, it's not this guy... it's the Gibbon. Gibbons are an endangered species of lesser apes. Recently, they were found in the forest of Vietnam's Pu Mat national park. Conservation International calls it "the only known 'viable' community of the critically endangered northern white-cheeked crested … [Read more...] about Discovery: Vietnam Home to “Most Romantic” Ape, the Gibbon
Return to Tu Du Hospital
The following blog was written by Involvement Track VIET Fellow, Linh Pham. Tu Du Hospital is one of the biggest hospital located in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), serving both the general population and has a ward dedicated especially to victims of Agent Orange called Hoa Binh Peace Village. The hospital has a no camera policy for volunteers, the picture below is of artwork made … [Read more...] about Return to Tu Du Hospital