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Vantage Foundation and Blue Dragon Children's Foundation Join Forces

In a significant move to combat child exploitation and trafficking in Vietnam, the Vantage Foundation has partnered with the widely respected Blue Dragon Children's Foundation. This collaboration signifies a strong commitment to protect vulnerable youth and provide them a path towards a brighter future.

The Blue Dragon Foundation is renowned for its comprehensive approach to rescuing children from danger and offering long-term support. Their strategy not only focuses on immediate interventions but also emphasizes the importance of education and community awareness to prevent human trafficking. Many children at risk of trafficking come from rural areas seeking work in urban centers, where they fall prey to the false promises of traffickers. Blue Dragon works with schools and communities to keep kids in education, teach them how to protect themselves, and empower families to safeguard their children.

Michael Brosowski, the founder of Blue Dragon, emphasized, "Traffickers prey on hope. When families are informed, hope becomes a strength rather than a vulnerability."

A recent visit to the Blue Dragon center in Hanoi allowed Vantage Foundation volunteers to engage directly with the children and staff. They participated in meal preparation, sharing laughter and warmth, which helped reinforce the bonds of compassion and encouragement. "These moments remind us that healing often begins with a simple shared meal and a kind word," said Steven Xie, Executive Director of the Vantage Foundation.

Beyond immediate relief efforts, Blue Dragon provides free education for homeless and underprivileged children, helping them catch up on their studies and reintegrate into regular schools. Vantage Foundation's support extends to the expansion of these educational programs, ensuring more children have access to safety, learning, and long-term assistance. Steven Xie remarked, "We believe sustainable change starts with dignity and the chance to take action. The comprehensive and human-centered approach of Blue Dragon greatly inspires us, and we are honored to make a difference together."

This partnership reinforces Vantage Foundation’s ongoing dedication to the protection of at-risk children, prevention of human trafficking, and the development of safer communities. It reflects a shared vision that every child deserves the chance to live free of exploitation and gain the tools and opportunities essential for thriving.

About Vantage Foundation

Established in 2023 at the McLaren Technology Center in the UK, Vantage Foundation is an independent charitable organization. It collaborates with global entities like Grab Indonesia, iREDE Foundation in Nigeria, Teach for Malaysia, and Instituto Claret in Brazil to implement impactful social initiatives.

To find out more, visit www.vantage.foundation.