Vantage Foundation and Blue Dragon Join Forces to Combat Child Trafficking in Vietnam

Vantage Foundation and Blue Dragon's Mission to Protect Children

In a significant step to combat the pressing issue of child trafficking, the Vantage Foundation has joined hands with the Blue Dragon Children's Foundation in Vietnam. This collaboration aims to safeguard vulnerable children from exploitation and offer them a chance for a brighter future through safety, education, and community support.

The Blue Dragon Children's Foundation is renowned for its holistic approach to addressing the realities of child trafficking. They focus not just on rescue but also on providing long-term support to children, thereby preventing further exploitation through educational initiatives and community awareness campaigns. Many at-risk youths come from rural areas, seeking job opportunities in cities. Unfortunately, these urban environments expose them to increased vulnerability, leading them to fall prey to the false promises of traffickers. Blue Dragon takes proactive measures by collaborating with schools and communities, ensuring children remain in education, teaching them about self-protection against trafficking, and empowering families to safeguard their children.

Michael Brosowski, the founder of Blue Dragon, emphasizes the importance of awareness in combatting trafficking: "Traffickers exploit hope. When families are well-informed, that hope turns into strength rather than weakness."

Recently, volunteers from the Vantage Foundation visited Blue Dragon's center in Hanoi, where they engaged directly with the children and staff. They participated in meal preparations and shared moments of joy and connection over communal dining experiences. Steven Xie, the Executive Director of Vantage Foundation, remarked, "These moments remind us that healing often begins with something as simple as a shared meal and a kind word."

Beyond immediate protection, Blue Dragon offers free educational services to homeless children and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. This support aims to help them catch up on missed lessons and reintegrate into mainstream schooling. The Vantage Foundation is committed to amplifying these initiatives, ensuring that a greater number of children can access safety, education, and long-term support.

"We believe that lasting change begins with dignity and opportunity," Steven Xie added. "The people-centered holistic approach of Blue Dragon is profoundly inspiring, and we are honored to contribute to positive change."

With this partnership, the Vantage Foundation reaffirms its dedication to protecting at-risk children, preventing human trafficking, and fostering safer communities. This collaboration reflects a shared vision: every child deserves a chance to grow up free from exploitation, equipped with the tools and opportunities to thrive.

About Vantage Foundation

The Vantage Foundation is an independent charitable organization established in 2023 at McLaren's technology hub in the UK. Committed to various social initiatives worldwide, it collaborates with organizations such as Grab Indonesia, iREDE Foundation in Nigeria, Teach For Malaysia, and Instituto Claret in Brazil to support impactful social movements.