About us
Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), formally Action to the Community Development Center (ACDC) is a Vietnamese non-government organization, established in 2011, for and of persons with disabilities , to support the persons with disabilities and vulnerable groups in the society.
ACDC is a non-government and non-profit science and technology service organization, persistently seeking and implementing possible solutions to help improve the living environment, promoting and developing a protected and barrier-free society for the rights of Vietnamese persons with disabilities.
The Project aims to contribute to helping people with disabilities in Quang Tri province live independently and integrate into society, as well as improve the implementation of disability policies.
Enhancing access to care services and promoting community integration of people with disabilities in three provinces of Quang Tri, Thua Thien Hue and Quang Nam.
The project aims to contribute to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities through improving the quality and effectiveness of policy development and implementation for persons with disabilities; and promoting opportunities for participation in the labor market and career opportunities for persons with disabilities in target provinces.
The main aim of the project is to provide necessary interventions to empower children, including children with disabilities, of all gender identities, to participate meaningfully in decision-making processes and to be protected from all forms of violence.
Contribute to improving the quality of life of people with disabilities in Binh Dinh and Kon Tum provinces through enhancing social integration and improving their ability to live independently.
The project aims to enhance the capacity of youth organizations, including those for youth with disabilities, promote their participation in youth activities at local, national, and international levels, foster active and sustainable youth engagement, and encourage sustainable cooperation among implementing organizations.
The project aims to reduce gender-based violence against women and girls with disabilities in Nghe An province by enhancing the capacity of women and girls with disabilities and their communities to address gender-based violence, and by strengthening legal counseling and support for women and girls with disabilities.
The main purpose of the "We Can" project is to support people with disabilities in integrating into the community as independent citizens who are confident in themselves and their own strengths.
People with disabilities in Vietnam, regardless of the type or severity of their disability, are provided with free health insurance cards by the state.
The project "Enhancing Opportunities and Empowering People with Disabilities," funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is implemented in three provinces: Quang Tri, Quang Nam, and Thua Thien Hue.
Specific Objective: Strengthen the capacity of organizations of people with disabilities in monitoring and evaluating the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities across the Northern, Central, and Southern regions of Vietnam.
The purpose of this project is to disseminate in-depth knowledge about the right to education for girls with disabilities, enhance the capacity of women and girls with disabilities in monitoring disability rights, promote gender equality, and positively transform the awareness of both the community and people with disabilities regarding disability issues.
The purpose of the project is to improve inclusive education for children with disabilities by raising awareness about the rights of children with disabilities and inclusive education among relevant individuals, authorities, and communities, while also enhancing the capacity of decision-makers and developing pilot models.
Completely free for people with disabilities and caregivers of people with disabilities (when inquiring about issues related to people with disabilities).
Women with disabilities in the project areas will be empowered and their social standing enhanced through improved access to information on reproductive health care, delivered via targeted training sessions and the distribution of tailored educational materials.
To reduce violence against women and girls with disabilities (WGWD) and promote their rights by raising awareness and building their capacity to respond to sexual violence.
To improve the quality and effectiveness of policy advocacy efforts, the project provides training on leadership, life skills, monitoring and evaluation, and policy advocacy for persons with disabilities, their families, persons with severe disabilities, women with disabilities, and potential leaders of Disabled People's Organizations (DPOs).
This project was implemented over a four-month period, from November 2017 to February 2018, with two key objectives successfully achieved: (1) To raise awareness among women and girls with disabilities (WGWDs) in order to strengthen their voice in advocating for their rights; and (2) To improve local infrastructure to better protect girls with disabilities (GWDs) in public spaces from potential acts of violence. In this context, the public lighting system was selected for enhancement.
From 22 – 24 June 2026, a delegation from the U.S. Embassy in Vietnam and the National Action Center for Toxic Chemicals and Environmental Treatment (NACCET) conducted a regular monitoring visit to the Inclusion 2B Project in Quang Ngai Province. The visit was organized within the framework of the project funded by the U.S. Government through the U.S. Department of State in Vietnam.
From 12 - 15 June 2026, the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), in coordination with the Gia Lai Provincial Department of Health, Hoai Nhon Medical Center, Phu My Medical Center, and local commune health stations, implemented the activity “Direct Support for Persons with Disabilities and Their Families to Improve Living Conditions and Social Inclusion” in five communes and wards: Hoai Nhon, Hoai Nhon Bac, Tam Quan, Phu My Nam, and Phu My.
To strengthen mental health support for persons with disabilities and their family members, on June 10th and 12th, 2026, the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), in coordination with the Department of Health, organized the first meetings of three mental health support groups in Vinh Hoang, Gio Linh, and Trieu Phong communes. The activity is part of the project “Independent living and social inclusion for persons with disabilities in Quang Tri, Vietnam” funded by Green Cross Switzerland (GCCH) through ACDC.
Observed annually on 13 June, International Albinism Awareness Day aims to raise public awareness, promote human rights, and advance the equal participation of persons with albinism in all aspects of society. In 2026, the United Nations marks the Day under the theme “Proudly in My Skin – Celebrating All Skin Tones” highlighting the dignity, value, and rights of persons with albinism worldwide.
From June 5 – 7, 2026, 46 persons with disabilities in Quang Tri participated in the trial fitting of prosthetic limbs and orthotic devices following earlier screening, casting, and measurement activities. This important step aims to finalize the products before their official handover to beneficiaries in July 2026.
On June 11th, 2026, in Dong Hoi, Quang Tri Province, the Closing Workshop of the Inclusion 1 Project was held with the participation of representatives from the Ministry of National Defense, the U.S. Embassy in Vietnam, central and local government agencies, partner organizations, persons with disabilities, and beneficiary families. At the workshop, the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC) was honored to receive a Certificate of Merit from the Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People’s Committee in recognition of its contributions to supporting persons with disabilities in the province.
From 3rd – 7th June 2026, ACDC, in collaboration with local partners, conducted a livelihood needs assessment for 51 persons with disabilities and Agent Orange victims across 12 communes and wards in Hue City. The assessment results will serve as a basis for designing support packages tailored to the specific circumstances and needs of each household.
From May 26 – 28, 2026, the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), in collaboration with the Hue Association of Persons with Disabilities, Social Protection for Persons with Disabilities and Orphans, and local authorities, conducted an assessment of housing, bathroom, and living environment accessibility needs for persons with disabilities and Agent Orange victims in Hue City.
From 21 – 22 May 2026, ACDC conducted an assessment of the need for solar power systems at seven facilities providing care, education, vocational training, and support services for persons with disabilities in Quang Tri Province and Hue City. The initiative aims to reduce operating costs, improve service quality, and promote the use of renewable energy among beneficiary institutions.
In response to the Month of Action for Children 2026 and on the occasion of International Children's Day June 1st, the Center for Social Work and the Children's Protection Fund under the Hue City Department of Health organized the “Festival for Children in Special Circumstances 2026” in Hue City on June 3rd 2026. The event aimed to create a recreational and interactive space where children receiving care at social protection centers and child care facilities across the city could participate in activities, socialize, and showcase their talents and interests. ACDC was honored to be one of the organizations supporting the event through the provision of scholarships for children in special circumstances.
From 26 – 29th May 2026, Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), in coordination with the Quang Tri Association of People with Disabilities, Victims of Agent Orange, Protection of Persons with Disabilities’ Rights, Children's Rights, conducted an assessment of livelihood conditions and support needs among households of persons with disabilities and Agent Orange victims across 18 communes and wards in Quang Tri Province, including Dong Hoi, Hoan Lao, Truong Ninh, Ninh Chau, Nam Dong Ha, Hieu Giang, Con Tien, Gio Linh, Cua Viet, Cua Tung, Vinh Hoang, Vinh Linh, Ben Hai, Nam Cua Viet, Trieu Binh, Trieu Phong, Trieu Co, and Nam Hai Lang.
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