TTLV: The role of Korean non-governmental organizations in poverty reduction and socio-economic development in Vietnam in the period 2003 - 2013.

MASTER'S THESIS INFORMATION

1. Student's full name:Le Hong Thanh                              

2. Gender: Female

3. Date of birth: April 4, 1989

4. Place of birth: Town, Hau Loc district, Thanh Hoa province.

5. Student recognition decision No. 2998/2013/QD-XHNV-SDH, dated December 30, 2013 of the President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in the training process: Thesis defense period is extended by 3 months, from January 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016.

7. Thesis topic name:The role of Korean non-governmental organizations in poverty reduction and socio-economic development in Vietnam in the period 2003 - 2013.

8. Major: Asian Studies Code: 60.31.06.01

9. Scientific instructor:Associate Professor, Dr. Le Dinh Chinh– Faculty of Oriental Studies, University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

10. Summary of thesis results:

- General understanding of non-governmental organizations in the world, activities of foreign non-governmental organizations and Korean non-governmental organizations in Vietnam.

- Analyze the contributions of Korean non-governmental organizations to poverty reduction and socio-economic development in Vietnam in the period 2003 - 2013 in all fields: emergency aid, vocational training, comprehensive rural development, health, education, culture, resources - environment, overcoming the consequences of war, social protection and other fields.

- Draw conclusions on the effectiveness of Korean non-governmental organizations in Vietnam, thereby proposing some recommendations to promote the role of Korean non-governmental organizations in Vietnam in the coming time, and at the same time, draw experiences and lessons for Vietnamese non-governmental organizations.

In summary, the thesis has provided a general and comprehensive view of all areas of operation of Korean non-governmental organizations in Vietnam; raised and analyzed in depth the achievements in the operation of these organizations to make objective and practical assessments of the role and positive contributions of Korean non-governmental organizations to the cause of hunger eradication and poverty reduction and socio-economic development of Vietnam in the period 2003 - 2013.

11. Practical application:

The thesis is a useful reference for a number of related subjects such as: Korean non-governmental organizations, subjects needing to research Korean non-governmental organizations, students majoring in Korean studies, International Relations and a number of other subjects interested in this issue.

12. Further research directions:

- Activities of Korean non-governmental organizations in Vietnam from 2013 to present.

- Traditional Korean culture.

- Modern Korean culture.

- Vietnam - Korea cultural cooperation and exchange.

13. Published works related to the thesis: None       

INFORMATION ON MASTER'S THESIS

1. Full name: Le Hong Thanh 2. Sex: Female

3. Date of birth: April 4, 1989 4. Place of birth: Hau Loc district, Thanh Hoa province

5. Admission decision number: 2998/2013/QD-XHNV-SDH, dated December 30, 2013 by Rector of University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University.

6. Changes in academic process: Thesis defense duration receive a 3-month extension, from January 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016.

7. Official thesis title: The roles of Korean Non Governmental Organizations in poverty reduction and economic - social development in Vietnam between 2003 and 2013.

8. Major: Asian Studies Code: 60.31.06.01

9. Supervisors: Associate Professor. PhD. Le Dinh Chinh, Faculty of Oriental Studies, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University.

10. Summary of the findings of the thesis:

- A brief overview of worldwide Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs); and the activities of foreign NGOs and Korean NGOs in Vietnam.

- Analyze the contribution of Korean NGOs in poverty reduction and economic - social development in Vietnam between 2003 – 2013 regarding: emergency support, vocational training, rural development, health, education, culture, resources & environment, war-aftermath relief, social protection and other issues.

- Comment on the efficiency of Korean NGOs' activities in Vietnam, then come up with certain recommendations in order to promote the roles that Korean NGOs play in Vietnam during the upcoming period; plus, come up with valuable lessons learned for Vietnamese NGOs.

In summary, the thesis has provided a clear and concise overview of Korean NGOs' activities in Vietnam; stated and deeply analyzed the accomplishments of these organizations to come up with neutral and practical remarks on their roles as well as the positive contribution that Korean NGOs have made in poverty reduction and economic – social development in Vietnam between 2003 and 2013.

11. Practical applicability, if any:

This thesis can become a reference for Korean NGOs, individuals who research on Korean NGOs, students of Korean culture, international relations departments and those who are interested in the subject.

12. Further research directions, if any:

- Korean NGOs' activities in Vietnam since 2013;

- Traditional Korean culture;

- Modern Korean culture.

- Partnership and cultural relationship between Vietnam and Korea.

13. Thesis-related publications: No.