On March 12, 2026, Ms. Phan Kim Van – Project Coordinator, Supporting Vietnamese Talents Program, Ms. Jeanne Goffinet – Finance Officer, AAFV, Ms. Elizabeth Rodrigues – President of the AAFV Association in the Paris Île-de-France region, visited and held a working meeting at the VNU – International School.
Dr. Phung Danh Thang – VNU-IS Vice Rector, welcomed the delegation and discussed potential areas of cooperation, while also sharing the School’s ongoing educational initiatives and community-oriented activities aimed at expanding access to learning opportunities for different groups in society.
The delegation of the France–Vietnam Friendship Association visits and works at the International School.
Previously, the International School and AAFV collaborated to implement the Software Testing (Tester) Scholarship Program under the initiative “Supporting Vietnamese Talents.” The program targets young people aged 18 to 30 who demonstrate strong determination to improve their lives but face financial challenges or are currently engaged in informal work without clear long-term career orientation. This social, non-profit project is funded by AAFV and directly implemented by the International School, reflecting the shared commitment of both organizations to support the community by creating opportunities for disadvantaged youth to access practical professional skills.
Representatives of the two units discuss building and implementing new short-term training programs.
In the coming time, the two institutions will continue discussions to jointly design and implement new short-term training programs aimed at strengthening their partnership. These programs will focus on practical, industry-oriented skills that respond to the evolving needs of the labor market. Beyond professional knowledge, they will also emphasize the development of adaptive capacity, professional mindset, and the ability to thrive in modern, globalized working environments.
The International School and AAFV hope to further expand community-focused initiatives, providing more learning and career development opportunities for Vietnamese youth—particularly those seeking a “second chance” to reshape their career paths.
Representatives of the two organizations take a souvenir photo together.
AAFV was established in 1961, originating from an international movement of activists who supported Vietnam during the war period. Today, AAFV maintains a network of local chapters across many regions of France and continues to actively connect French associations and communities that share a strong bond with Vietnam, while promoting educational, cultural, and community development cooperation between the two countries.
The International School and AAFV remain committed to implementing practical and meaningful initiatives for the young generation of Vietnam.
