Are taxpayers happy to see their money being wasted
Governments in the developed world allocate a fair amount of money towards international aid projects. This usually falls under the umbrella of international development. For instance the Department...
View ArticleTV shows and other interesting happenings
TV Presenter Le Thi Huong, Vice-Director of Hope Center Mrs Hong and VSO volunter Anja Merret Never a dull moment certainly applies to my life right now. This past week was no exception. But the...
View ArticleThe power of words to change perception
When I first started life off as a full-time volunteer I never thought that I would end up doing fund raising. But I should have. After all it stands to reason that a Center such as Hope Center where I...
View ArticleImagine if you were disabled
Anh has a smile for everybody. She is cared for by Hope Center. Disabled. Truly imagine this for one moment. Can’t hear or maybe lost a leg as a war veteran. Born with a disability. Have to use a...
View ArticleOne week left in Vietnam
Hanoi! Motor bike ready outfit! Just over two years ago I landed in Hanoi as a VSO volunteer. It was my first visit to Asia, never mind South East Asia. What an adventure it has proved to be. Having...
View ArticleHow about Rebooting Valentine’s Day to Generosity Day?
This is such a great idea started by Sacha Dichter who works for the Acumen Fund. It started when he decided to try being more generous himself. After all he was asking other people to give money to...
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