NEWS ARCHIVE – FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
Familiar Troi Cakes Bring Comfort During Pandemic
The coronavirus has forced people all over the world to shelter-in-place which for many, has led to boredom or anxiety. Children in our three community-based children's homes had a break in the mononity when they made traditional Troi Cakes (bánh trôi) on what...
Ba Vi Preschool Receives Accolades & Outdoor Playground
Twelve years ago, Ba Vi leaders approached YWAM Mercy for help with their Early Childhood Education efforts. We have been gradually working with the community to upgrade their preschool facilities. But still, one Ba Vi preschool didn't have enough classrooms. It had...
Children’s Homes Respond to COVID-19 Pandemic
The safety and well-being of our Children's Home staff and the children that we serve is our top priority at YWAM Mercy Vietnam. Our three Homes remain operational amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with necessary adjustments to help protect everyone. After the first...
Early Childhood Care Knowledge Competition Raises Community Awareness
NOTE: This activity took place before the COVID-19 outbreak. The care a child receives in the years before they turn six is critical to their healthy physical, emotional and social growth. That's why YWAM Mercy Vietnam helps communities equip schools, parents and...
Creating Happy Birthday Memories in the Children’s Homes
NOTE: This story took place before the COVID-19 pandemic What do you remember about your birthday when you were a child? The excitement, the birthday cake, the presents, the warm wishes from friends and family? We want the same kinds of happy memories for every child...
A Concordia International School Band Entertains Children’s Homes Christmas Party
The Children's Homes Christmas Party is a highlight of each year for children, staff and sponsors alike. This year it was held on December 15th at our Phu Chau Home. This year, instead of the children performing for their guests, a band from Concordia International...
Young Math Teacher Promotes Reading Culture in Her School
Ms. Phuong teaches math, but she also champions reading for her whole school. In fact, her class has checked out the most books from the child-friendly library which was developed in partnership with YWAM Mercy Vietnam. Passionate about reading, Ms. Phuong has...
Aussie English Teachers See Growth In Students Over Years of Visits
Recently a team of donors traveled from Australia to see YWAM Mercy's work firsthand. As part of the visit, they taught English to students at two secondary schools in Hoai Duc. This was their fourth visit to one of the schools and many positive changes were...
Showing Children Their Value On Sponsor’s Day
Our annual Sponsor's Day event was organized on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the front-yard of one of our Children’s Homes in Ba Vi. Sponsors Day is an opportunity for the children to interact directly with their sponsors and other visitors. Whether or not their...