Global network for teaching Vietnamese language and culture launched in Japan
The Vietnamese community abroad is dedicated to nurturing their language and sharing the richness of Vietnamese culture worldwide.
THE HANOI TIMES — The Global Network for Teaching Vietnamese Language and Culture was launched in Fukuoka, Japan, on September 29, together with the debut of the book series Learning Vietnamese with Fun, in a bid to support Vietnamese language education worldwide.
The launching ceremony of the Global Network for Teaching Vietnamese Language and Culture on September 29 in Fukuoka. Photos: Consulate General of Vietnam in Fukuoka, Japan
The network, an initiative by the Consulate General in Fukuoka, is designed as a platform for teachers, students, parents and all those interested in promoting Vietnamese language and culture globally.
It comes at a time when many overseas Vietnamese families face challenges in language learning due to limited access to qualified teachers, standardized materials and effective teaching methods.
With over six million Vietnamese living across more than 130 countries, preserving the Vietnamese language has become an urgent task.
Nguyen Duy Anh, Chairman of the Vietnamese Association in Fukuoka and Secretary General of the Network, said the network is tasked with developing Vietnamese as a symbol of national identity, connecting the global Vietnamese community, fostering pride and solidarity and enhancing the international image of a modern, friendly and traditional Vietnam.
Representatives from the Consulate General of Vietnam in Fukuoka, Japan, presented the Learning Vietnamese with Fun book to local students.
Consul General Vu Chi Mai described the Vietnamese language as “the soul of the nation and a bridge linking generations of overseas Vietnamese with their homeland."
She said the network aims to build a collaborative space for sharing resources and sustaining the language abroad.
One highlight of the event was the unveiling of Learning Vietnamese with Fun, compiled by Prof Nguyen Minh Thuyet and colleagues. The series is designed to make learning engaging and accessible for overseas children.
Going forward, the network will create a comprehensive map of Vietnamese classes worldwide to guide policy support, organize international seminars and connect educators and experts.
It also seeks stronger ties with universities and research institutes at home and abroad to advance the teaching and study of Vietnamese.
