20/08/2024
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On August 17 and 18, 2024, at Tram Chim National Park in Dong Thap, the Vietnam-Netherlands Program (VNP) successfully organized the campaign “Forest Planting to Welcome Cranes”, a meaningful activity in the series of campaigns “VNP Forest Planting – For a Sustainable Future” to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the program (1994 – 2024).
With the participation of more than 100 members, including lecturers, VNP students, and UEH students, this event was an opportunity for participants not only to demonstrate their environmental responsibility but also to show their commitment towards sustainable development goals. The members collectively planted over 1,000 native trees like candlenut, sour tamarind, jujube, water tamarind, and oil palm - species that are characteristic and play an essential role in restoring the natural ecosystem of the Dong Thap Muoi region. Notably, two large rain trees were planted at the entrance of the Wildlife Conservation Center of Tram Chim National Park, symbolizing the sustainable development and prosperity that the Vietnam-Netherlands Program aspires to achieve.
Tram Chim National Park, one of the most important nature reserves in Vietnam, is home to many rare species of flora and fauna, including the red-headed crane - the symbolic bird of the Dong Thap Muoi region. The tree planting activities organized by VNP not only aim to improve the living environment for this bird species but also contribute to the conservation and restoration of the region's inherent biodiversity. This effort is essential in the context of climate change, which poses numerous challenges to natural ecosystems worldwide.
Throughout the campaign, the participants had memorable experiences. They not only took part in tree planting but also learned from each other regarding the importance of environmental protection and sustainable development. The image of each member diligently digging the soil, planting trees, and watering them has become emotional moments, marking a profound imprint of solidarity and love for nature within the VNP community and UEH students.
Participants in the “Forest Planting to Welcome Cranes” Campaign
With 30 years of experience in training Master's and Doctoral candidates, the Vietnam-Netherlands Program proudly represents a long-standing and effective educational collaboration between Erasmus University Rotterdam in the Netherlands (ranked in the top 2% of the world’s leading universities) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH). Not only distinguished by a completely English-taught curriculum led by top economists, the VNP also provides students with an in-depth knowledge base in Economics, Finance, and analytical tools. With graduates meeting the stringent demands of the job market, alumni from the program have held important positions in various fields such as banking, financial institutions, business analysis and consulting, multinational financial corporations, non-governmental organizations, government agencies, universities, and research institutes.
In addition to providing specialized knowledge, the program emphasizes enhancing students' awareness and responsibility towards social and environmental issues. The “Forest Planting to Welcome Cranes” campaign is a clear testament to this commitment, as students and learners not only engage in studies but also participate directly in community activities, creating inspiration and motivation to build a sustainable future for Vietnam and the world.
With a strong commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection, the Vietnam-Netherlands Program in particular and University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City in general hope that the campaign "Planting Trees to Welcome the Cranes" will contribute to the restoration and preservation of the ecosystem at Tram Chim National Park, while also spreading a message of love for nature to the community, contributing to building a greener and more prosperous Vietnam in the future.
Memorable moments of the campaign
News, photos: Vietnam-Netherlands Program
