Vietnam’s Fair for All project uplifts 380,000 lives through green livelihoods and women’s empowerment
The Fair for All (F4A) project in Vietnam has concluded its five-year run with a strong track record of supporting vulnerable communities. Funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the initiative centered on sustainable development, green livelihoods, and empowering women and ethnic minorities. A recent closing workshop highlighted its accomplishments across multiple provinces.
From 2019 to 2024, F4A collaborated with local partners to build capacity and promote fairer economic opportunities. The project engaged 16 partner organizations and strengthened 54 others, while also launching 10 social-organization initiatives. It reached over 380,000 people, including nearly 156,000 women, through 92 livelihood models and five alternative business approaches.
In Quang Tri province, the Bru Van Kieu community adopted high-tech bamboo shoot farming with F4A’s support. This shift created stable incomes while protecting the environment. Meanwhile, in Thai Nguyen, women gained economic independence by forming a successful herbal pillow cooperative, preserving traditional knowledge in the process.
The project also introduced circular economy practices in Ca Mau province. There, communities improved legal awareness and climate resilience, securing their livelihoods against environmental challenges. Additionally, four community-monitoring initiatives involved 70 residents—mostly women—in tracking local progress.
By the end of its run, F4A had transformed development mindsets and bolstered local organizational skills. Its models now provide a foundation for wider adoption and long-term sustainability.
The Netherlands, through its embassy in Vietnam, backed F4A as part of its drive for a greener, more inclusive economy. The project enabled marginalized groups to join sustainable value chains and access better livelihoods. Its outcomes now serve as a template for future efforts in climate change resilience and equitable development.
