“Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc” Campaign: Advocating Equal Education for Khmer Children in Vietnam

Education is a fundamental pillar for personal growth, yet many children, particularly those from the Khmer ethnic minority in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, face significant barriers to accessing quality learning opportunities.

To raise awareness and inspire action for educational equity, a group of Multimedia Communications students from FPT University Ho Chi Minh City has launched the “Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc” (Source of Dreams) campaign. This initiative, part of their graduation project, aims to engage students across Ho Chi Minh City in championing equal education rights for Khmer children.

A Future of Equal Opportunities for Khmer Children

The “Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc” campaign seeks to provide university students in Ho Chi Minh City with deeper insights into the educational challenges faced by Khmer children. More than just an awareness initiative, the campaign offers interactive experiences that encourage students to take meaningful action toward educational equity.

The campaign unfolds in three key phases, each designed to progressively enhance awareness and inspire tangible contributions:

Phase 1 – “Khoi Nguon” (The Source)

This initial phase focuses on educating participants about the right to equal education and the realities faced by Khmer children in the Mekong Delta. Through informative articles and media content, students gain insight into the barriers these children encounter.

A highlight of this phase is the Cham Mer Game, an interactive platform that not only educates players about educational rights but also provides them with opportunities to contribute practical gifts to Khmer children—transforming each game session into a meaningful act of support.

Phase 2 – “Mer Uoc” (Dreams)

With awareness established, the next phase deepens emotional engagement, fostering a stronger connection between students and the cause. The campaign introduces “Tu Tru Lang Me” (The Journey to Knowledge)—an animated short film that tells a heartfelt story, allowing viewers to empathize with Khmer children’s struggles and better understand the challenges they face on their educational journey.

Phase 3 – “Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc” (Fulfilling Dreams)

This final and most impactful phase shifts from awareness to direct action. A hands-on event, “Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc”, will provide students with an immersive experience through interactive games and technology-driven activities. By participating, students not only enhance their understanding but also contribute in practical ways to improving education access for Khmer children.

Transforming Awareness into Action

The “Khoi Nguon Mer Uoc” campaign is more than an advocacy effort—it’s a call to action. Beyond spreading knowledge, it empowers students to make a real difference through both online and offline initiatives. If you believe that every child deserves the right to education, join us in making this vision a reality.

Get Involved

• Facebook Fanpage: Khoinguon Mer Uoc
• Email: khoinguonmeruoc@gmail.com
• Phone: +84 704 703 394

Together, we can build a future where every Khmer child has an equal opportunity to learn and thrive.

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Source: Vietnam Insider