Vietnam
Behind its sustained economic growth, Vietnam has significant inequalities between urban and rural areas, particularly affecting ethnic minorities in the northwest.
Ethnic minorities isolated despite sustained economic growth
Vietnam enjoys considerable political stability and significant economic growth, with efforts being made to reduce corruption. However, in the mountains of the northwest, particularly in Dien Bien province, ethnic minorities remain isolated and marginalized.
The gap between their living conditions and those of city dwellers is leading to a significant rural exodus of men. Women are overwhelmingly responsible for agricultural production (rice, yams, coffee, small-scale livestock farming, and fish farming), often with few mechanical resources and heavy use of pesticides. Climate change and inflation on inputs are reducing their yields and profits.
A predominantly rural population facing significant vulnerabilities
With 60% of the population living in rural areas, ethnic minorities in the Northwest are particularly vulnerable to the consequences of climate change and economic constraints.
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92 millions of inhabitants
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116/193 in the HDI ranking
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20 000 beneficiaries in the country
Supporting vulnerable families from ethnic minorities
Launched in 2007, Anh Chi Em targets rural and marginalized populations in Dien Bien province. The program offers financial services tailored to small agricultural and commercial activities, combined with essential socio-economic support to ensure the sustainable success of micro-entrepreneurs.
Anh Chi Em contributes to poverty reduction by facilitating access to credit and savings and by strengthening local capacities.
