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

INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER'S THESIS

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. Decision on student admission No. 2998/2013/QD-XHNV-SDH, dated December 30, 2013, by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

6. Changes in the training process: The thesis defense period has been extended by 3 months, from January 1, 2016 to March 31, 2016.

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

8. Major: Asian Studies Code: 60.31.06.01

9. Scientific supervisor:Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Dinh Chinh– Department of Oriental Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

10. Summary of the thesis results:

- Gain a general understanding of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) worldwide, the activities of foreign NGOs, and Korean NGOs in Vietnam.

- Analyze the contributions of Korean non-governmental organizations to poverty reduction and socio-economic development in Vietnam during the period 2003-2013 across all fields: emergency aid, vocational training, integrated rural development, health, education, culture, resources and environment, post-war recovery, social welfare, and other areas.

- To draw conclusions about the effectiveness of Korean non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Vietnam, and subsequently propose recommendations to enhance the role of Korean NGOs in Vietnam in the future, while also drawing lessons and experiences for Vietnamese NGOs.

In summary, this thesis provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the activities of Korean non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Vietnam; it highlights and deeply analyzes the achievements made during the operation of these organizations in order to offer objective and practical assessments of the role and positive contributions of Korean NGOs to poverty reduction and socio-economic development in Vietnam during the period 2003-2013.

11. Practical applications:

This thesis serves as a useful reference for several relevant parties, including: Korean non-governmental organizations (NGOs), individuals needing to research Korean NGOs, students majoring in Korean Studies and International Relations, and other interested parties.

12. Future research directions:

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

- Traditional Korean culture.

- Modern Korean culture.

- Cooperation and cultural exchange between Vietnam and South Korea.

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.