Recently, public opinion has expressed many opinions and questions regarding the transparency of the "Nuoi Em" project (a project providing meals for disadvantaged students) founded by Mr. Hoang Hoa Trung, as well as several other projects with the same name in various localities.

Some sources suggest that these projects are "implemented by the National Volunteer Center," a unit directly under the Central Committee of the Vietnam Youth Union (VYU).

Regarding this matter, a representative of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Youth Union told VietNamNet that the National Volunteer Center does not implement, coordinate, or supervise the "Nurture Children" project.

“The National Volunteer Center functions to connect and guide the activities of volunteer clubs and groups in the community; it does not manage or control the finances of these groups. Mr. Hoang Hoa Trung's 'Niềm Tin' (Faith) volunteer group is just one member of the network of volunteer groups. The 'Nuền em' (Nurturing Children) project, founded and run by Mr. Hoang Hoa Trung, is an independent project of the group. The National Volunteer Center does not participate in organizing, supervising, or coordinating the project. The Youth Union is reviewing Mr. Hoang Hoa Trung's use of the phrase 'implemented by the National Volunteer Center' in the project's communication,” a representative of the Vietnam Youth Union stated.

A representative from the Vietnam Youth Union stated that, in some collaborative programs implementing social welfare projects in disadvantaged areas, the National Volunteer Center has received socialized resources, including funds mobilized by Mr. Hoang Hoa Trung's group. These received funds were all documented, fully documented, and implemented in accordance with the law. However, these activities are not part of the "Nurturing Children" project, but rather separate projects coordinated according to specific agreements.

A representative from the Vietnam Youth Union also stated that the "Nurturing Children in Nghe An " project was organized independently by Ms. Do Thi Nga and is not part of the National Volunteer Center's activities.

“Ms. Do Thi Nga was nominated by volunteer clubs to join the Standing Committee of the National Volunteer Network in the Central region. This position is only for internal coordination within the network and is not a basis for soliciting funding or representing the Center in any private projects. Any use of this title (if any) by Ms. Nga to solicit funding for personal projects is impersonation and is outside the authority or management of the Center,” this person said.

The Vietnam Youth Union recognizes the great need for spontaneous volunteer activities within the community, most of which yield positive results. However, practical experience shows the need for a comprehensive legal framework to ensure transparency, accountability, and safety for organizations and individuals participating in volunteer activities. Therefore, the Union recommends that relevant authorities promptly issue regulations to provide volunteer clubs, teams, and organizations with a sufficient legal basis for carrying out volunteer activities.

“In the coming time, the Association will strengthen supervision, guidance, and support for volunteer clubs and teams within the National Volunteer Center network to improve the effectiveness and transparency of community-oriented activities. The Central Committee of the Vietnam Youth Union hopes to continue receiving the support of organizations and individuals so that community-oriented volunteer activities can be implemented effectively and spread widely,” this person said.

The Central Committee of the Vietnam Youth Union also requested that organizations and individuals continue to provide objective feedback, while awaiting the official conclusions of the competent authorities regarding the issues related to the "Nurturing Children" project.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/loat-thong-tin-gay-tranh-cai-ve-du-an-nuoi-em-hoi-lhtn-viet-nam-len-tieng-2471905.html