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HerSpace Study Tour: Behind the Ao Dai
A journey into the hidden lives of Vietnamese women
This is not tourism. It’s transformation
A 7-day immersive journey in Danang and Hoi An, led by empowered single mothers with support from ASEAN SEDP 4.0 reveals a Vietnam no museum or travel agency can show you
I/ Get to know about Catalyst For Change Vietnam
I/ Get to know about Catalyst For Change Vietnam
Catalyst for Change Vietnam (C4C) is a not-for-profit organization. Founded in 2015 by Hong Tang as Coins for Change, our organization has been dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and disadvantaged women in Vietnam.
Catalyst for Change Vietnam (C4C) is a not-for-profit organization. Founded in 2015 by Hong Tang as Coins for Change, our organization has been dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and disadvantaged women in Vietnam.
For a general overview about C4C, please check out our website linked below
For a general overview about Catalyst For Change Vietnam and it's recent projects, please check out our social media linked below:
OUR MAIN PROGRAMS
OUR MAIN PROGRAMS
THE EMPOWERMENT PLAN (TEP)
THE EMPOWERMENT PLAN (TEP)
The Empowerment Plan takes a holistic approach to supporting disadvantaged women in Vietnam by offering not only financial aid, vocational training, and business skills, but also psychological therapy and a strong support network—helping them build resilience and sustainable futures
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM (CEP)
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM (CEP)
The Community Engagement Program, inspired by TEP and TFC, offers short-term, hands-on experiences for travelers, students, and partners to tackle Vietnam’s social and environmental issues. Through camps and retreats, participants gain skills, connect locally, and drive impact
TEACH FOR CHANGE (TFC)
TEACH FOR CHANGE (TFC)
Teach for Change program aims to reduce educational disparities between rural and urban youth in Vietnam.
Catalyst for Change (C4C) is Vietnam’s first and only organization founded by single mothers, for single mothers. We don’t just serve this community—we are this community
For over a decade, we’ve built a resilient, nationwide network of nearly 300,000 women, offering pathways to healing, sisterhood, and self-reliance.
In a country where single motherhood is still met with silence or shame, C4C created a hybrid model that merges impact and income. With limited public and donor support, we sustain our mission through women-led social enterprises—English classes, cultural events, handmade goods, and healing services—all driven by empowered mothers. Every profit is reinvested into our core programs:
Emergency aid for families in crisis
Mental health support and group therapy
Vocational training in food, crafts, and wellness
Self-help groups to rebuild confidence and community
II/ Why This Tour?
II/ Why This Tour?
Through this tour, visitors—especially women and socially conscious travelers—step into a Vietnam that no museum or travel agency can offer.
Home-cooked meals in private kitchens
Hands-on workshops in traditional crafts and healing arts
Cultural reflections through films, heritage visits, and story circles
Journaling and mentoring sessions that create deep, personal connection
III/ Impact of Your Journey
III/ Impact of Your Journey
For mother
For mother
dignified jobs, flexible income, restored confidence
For you
For you
a deeper understanding of Vietnam through lived stories
For society
For society
reducing stigma, reshaping narratives, building solidarity
IV/ Tour Details
IV/ Tour Details
Location: Da Nang & Hoi An
Duration: 7 days
Group Size: 8–10 participants
Languages: English / Vietnamese
IV/ Our Partners
IV/ Our Partners
Hosting Venue
Reality Coffee & Bar Da Nang
International volunteers
GVI
International volunteers
Gotoco
International volunteers
DIZ
Beyond international partners, the program is also strengthened through the support and collaboration of local media and bloggers, the Vietnam Women’s Museum and heritage experts, women-owned homestays and tour providers, as well as local designers and artists.
Join the Journey
Be part of a movement where culture meets compassion, and where women rise together.
We look forward to sharing stories and memories with you!
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