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.
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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.
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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.
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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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More than 100 delegates attended the closing conference of the project “My Right to Learn – Phase 2” in Cao Bang. The project achieved many positive outcomes in promoting inclusive education, supporting children with disabilities, and strengthening the participation of persons with disabilities in the community.
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From May 19th – 22nd, 2026, the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC), in collaboration with the Quang Tri Association of Persons with Disabilities, Agent Orange Victims, Social Protection for Persons with Disabilities, and Children’s Rights Protection, conducted an accessibility needs assessment at 38 households with persons with disabilities and Agent Orange victims, as well as 06 care and education facilities for persons with disabilities/Agent Orange victims and related units across Quang Tri Province. The activity aimed to assess accessibility conditions, living environments, and support needs for accessibility improvements tailored to each target household and facility.
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Within the framework of the project “Independent living and social inclusion for persons with disabilities in Quang Tri, Vietnam,” funded by Green Cross Switzerland (GCCH), the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC) collaborated with the Quang Tri Provincial Department of Health to implement the activity of screening and assessment of emotional and mental health difficulties among persons with disabilities, Agent Orange victims, and family members in Trieu Phong, Gio Linh, and Vinh Hoang communes.
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