TTLV: Activities of foreign non-governmental organizations in the field of poverty reduction in Northwest Vietnam (1996-2015)

INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER'S THESIS

1. Student's full name:Do Phuong Huyen                        

2. Gender: Female

3. Date of birth: March 5, 1983

4. Place of birth: Hanoi

5. Decision on student admission No. 2811/2016/QD-XHNV-DT dated August 18, 2016, of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in the training process: Change of thesis title:

+ Original title of the research topic: Activities of international non-governmental organizations in poverty reduction in ethnic minority areas of Northwest Vietnam from 1986-2016

+ Change to: Activities of foreign non-governmental organizations in the field of poverty reduction in Northwest Vietnam (1996-2015)

7. Thesis title:Activities of foreign non-governmental organizations in the field of poverty reduction in Northwest Vietnam (1996-2015)

8. Major: International Relations Code: 60.31.02.06

9. Scientific supervisor:Dr. Tran Van La, former lecturer at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Hanoi

10. Summary of the thesis results:

Beyond the theoretical aspects of foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs), this thesis focuses on evaluating the crucial role of these organizations in poverty reduction and sustainable development in the Northwest region. The activities of these NGOs have brought many benefits and positive changes to the lives of local people in the Northwest region through the implementation of programs and projects supporting livelihoods, education, and healthcare. Furthermore, these projects have contributed to strengthening the capacity of partner agencies in the Northwest region and the beneficiary population.

Based on the effectiveness of programs and projects implemented by foreign non-governmental organizations, this thesis draws lessons that help policymakers gain a more comprehensive view of poverty reduction efforts; offers some recommendations to improve poverty reduction in the Northwest region, as well as suggestions to help foreign non-governmental organizations operate smoothly and effectively in poverty reduction in the Northwest region today.

11. Practical applications:

The research findings of this thesis can be applied to improving the effectiveness of poverty reduction efforts in the Northwest region in the coming years and can be applied to areas with large ethnic minority populations; as well as to promoting the attraction of foreign non-governmental aid to Vietnam.

12. Future research directions:

Within the scope of a master's thesis, the topic is only studied to a certain extent. However, the topic could serve as a foundation for further research on poverty reduction in Northwest Vietnam.

13. Published works related to the thesis:

Van Thanh (1993), Non-governmental organizations and social activities, Sociology Forum, Institute of Sociology, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, No. 1

Nguyen Van Thanh (1995), Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations and Activities in Vietnam, National Political Publishing House.

Nguyen Hai Huu (2008), Current situation and solutions for poverty eradication for ethnic minorities, Journal of Labor and Social Affairs, No. 331.

Don Tuan Phong (2008), Aid from foreign non-governmental organizations in Vietnam, Journal of Political Theory, No. 5.

Chu Thu Ha (2009), Foreign NGOs and their activities for poverty reduction in Vietnam (1996-2008), Journal of Southeast Asian Studies, No. 8.

Nguyen Thanh Thuy (2009), Poverty eradication work in ethnic minority communities in Hoa Binh province, Journal of Political Theory, No. 7.

Nguyen Lam Thanh (2013), Socio-economic development and poverty reduction in ethnic minority areas in the cause of industrialization and modernization of the country, Communist Magazine, No. 848.

Tran Thi Thuy Ha (2014), Cooperation activities with foreign non-governmental organizations during the period of international integration, Journal of Party History, No. 11.

Ngo Thi Quang (2016), Sustainable poverty eradication and prevention of re-poverty – Achievements, challenges and solutions, Journal of Political Theory, No. 1.

INFORMATION ON MASTER'S THESIS

1. Full name: Do Phuong Huyen 2. Sex: Female

3. Date of birth: 5 March 1983 4. Place of birth: Hanoi

5. Admission decision number: 2811/2016/QD-XHNV-DT dated August 18, 2016 of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Hanoi

6. Changes in academic process: Changes in thesis title:

+ Initial title: International non-governmental organizations' activities in poverty reduction in ethnic minority people-inhabited northwestern region from 1986-2016

+ Final title: Foreign non-governmental organizations' activities in poverty reduction in northwest of Vietnam (1996-2015)

7. Official thesis title: Foreign non-governmental organizations' activities in poverty reduction in northwest of Vietnam (1996-2015)

8. Major: International Relations Code: 60.31.02.06

9. Supervisors: Dr. Tran Van La, former lecturer at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Hanoi

10. Summary of the findings of the thesis:

Apart from the theory about foreign non-governmental organizations, the thesis focuses on evaluating the important role of foreign non-governmental organizations in poverty reduction and sustainable development in northwestern localities. The activities of foreign non-governmental organizations bring about many benefits and positive changes in the lives of northwestern residents through the implementation of programs and projects giving livelihood support, education and healthcare. In addition, the projects contribute to strengthening the capacity of partners in the northwestern region and the beneficiaries.

From the effectiveness of programs and projects implemented by foreign non-governmental organizations, the thesis draws on experience that helps to have a broader view of poverty reduction; puts forth a number of recommendations on improving poverty reduction in the northwestern region as well as suggestions to help foreign non-governmental organizations work more effectively in poverty reduction in the region.

11. Practical applicability

The results of the thesis can be used to improve the efficiency of poverty reduction in the northwestern region in the coming years and can be applied in areas inhabited by a large number of ethnic minority people; and to attract more assistance from foreign non-governmental organizations to Vietnam.

12. Further research directions

Within the framework of a master's thesis, the subject focuses on a certain area of ​​research. However, the topic may be the foundation for further research on poverty reduction in the northwest of Vietnam.

13. Thesis-related publications:

Van Thanh (1993), Non-governmental organizations and social activities, Forum of Sociology, the Institute of Sociology, the Academy of Social Sciences, volume 1

Nguyen Van Thanh (1995), Non-governmental organizations and activities in Vietnam, National Political Publishing House

Nguyen Hai Huu (2008), Facts and solutions to poverty reduction among ethnic regions, Labor and Society Review, volume 331

Don Tuan Phong (2008), Foreign non-governmental organizations' assistance in Vietnam, Political Theory Magazine, Volume 5

Chu Thu Ha (2009), Non-governmental organizations with poverty reduction activities in Vietnam (1996-2008), Magazine for Southeast Asian Studies, volume 8

Nguyen Thanh Thuy (2009), Poverty reduction among ethnic minority communities in Hoa Binh Province, Political Theory Magazine, volume 7

Nguyen Lam Thanh (2013), Socio-economic development and poverty reduction in ethnic minority-inhabited regions during national industrialization and modernization, Communist Review, volume 848

Tran Thi Thuy Ha (2014), Cooperative activities with non-governmental organizations during international integration period, Magazine for Party history, volume 11

Ngo Thi Quang (2016), Sustainable poverty reduction and prevention of being poor again – Achievements, challenges and solutions, Political Theory Magazine, volume 1