The Center for Education and Development (CED) is a science and technology organization with an extensive network of partners across Vietnam. CED works closely with scientists, university lecturers, education experts, and development specialists nationwide.
CED designs and implements programs to address critical gaps in education and sustainable development in Vietnam. Through continuous assessment, CED identifies emerging needs and collaborates with partners to develop effective, context appropriate solutions. Its programs focus on areas such as education and communication for behavior and perception change, capacity building, curriculum and material development, faculty training, technology transfer, and methodological innovation.
By leading collaborative efforts with diverse partners, CED contributes to addressing key national challenges and supports Vietnam’s transition to its next phase of socio economic development.
CED is supported by a group of advisors from diverse professional backgrounds. This advisory group meets annually to provide strategic perspectives, identify emerging needs, and offer input on program priorities. Their contributions, together with consultations with CED’s partners, inform CED’s overall planning and program development process.
Based on these strategic inputs, the Board of Directors and program specialists further develop and design programs aligned with identified needs, available calls for proposals, and prospective funding opportunities that match CED’s thematic focus areas and those of its partners.
In program implementation, CED typically acts as the technical lead, providing expertise, coordination, and quality assurance, while partner organizations serve as prime partners and work closely with CED to achieve agreed objectives and outcomes. Through this collaborative approach, CED also contributes to strengthening partners’ technical capacity and knowledge on specific thematic issues.
In parallel, CED actively engages in relevant international and regional networks related to its fields of work. This ensures that CED remains up to date with global knowledge, best practices, and emerging trends, while facilitating knowledge exchange and collaboration at regional and international levels. These linkages enhance the quality, relevance, and impact of CED’s programs in Vietnam.
The Center for Education and Development (CED) measures impact through a structured, results‑based approach that integrates monitoring and evaluation (M&E) across all its programs and activities.
Each CED program is guided by a dedicated logical framework (logframe), which defines clear objectives, outputs, outcomes, indicators, and means of verification. These program‑level logframes are consolidated into an organization‑wide, multi‑dimensional M&E framework that enables CED to systematically track progress, performance, and results across its portfolio.
Key metrics include the number and types of beneficiaries reached, achievement of planned outputs, and progress toward intended outcomes. Indicators are selected and refined in line with program objectives and donor requirements, ensuring relevance, measurability, and comparability across programs where appropriate.
CED continuously updates its M&E framework to accommodate additional reporting requirements from partners and donors. This adaptive approach ensures that CED maintains a comprehensive and robust system that meets diverse donor expectations while also supporting internal learning, accountability, and evidence‑based decision‑making.
By combining program‑level monitoring with organization‑wide analysis, CED is able to assess its overall contribution to priority development issues, report accurately on results, and track progress toward long‑term impact in the thematic areas where it works.
Past projects and achievements demonstrating organizational success in risk management, implementation, and government collaboration.
1. Integrated and Inclusive Waste Management for Da Nang City
CED successfully supported the development of an integrated and inclusive approach to provincial level waste management in Da Nang, contributing to pollution reduction and improved public health outcomes. The initiative brought together a diverse range of stakeholders across the public sector, private enterprises, civil society organizations, and academic institutions.
CED acted as a neutral convener and technical facilitator, enabling constructive dialogue among groups with differing mandates and interests. Through policy engagement, technical consultations, and community based activities, the project promoted shared understanding and coordinated action on waste management challenges. Potential risks related to stakeholder fragmentation and policy misalignment were mitigated through inclusive consultation processes and continuous engagement with local authorities.
The initiative demonstrated CED’s strong implementation capacity, including the ability to mobilize partners quickly, deliver coordinated activities within short timeframes, and maintain alignment with provincial priorities. Collaboration with government agencies ensured policy relevance and sustainability, while engagement with communities helped build social trust and acceptance of improved waste management practices.
2. Empowering Youth for Future Success in Ninh Binh Province
In Ninh Binh Province, CED implemented a youth empowerment initiative designed to improve employability, skills development, and social inclusion among young people from diverse backgrounds. The program was delivered through close collaboration with local government bodies, private sector employers, and vocational and training institutions.
CED coordinated partnerships to bridge gaps between workforce demand and youth skills, fostering mutual understanding and cooperation among stakeholders with different perspectives and priorities. Risks related to skills mismatch and limited youth engagement were addressed through market responsive training design, private sector input, and government support.
The project strengthened local implementation systems while promoting inclusive participation and equitable access to training opportunities. By aligning youth aspirations with labor market needs, the initiative contributed to social cohesion, economic inclusion, and long term community resilience.
3. Promoting a Sustainable Schools Network and STEM Education in Vietnam
CED has played a leading role in promoting a national sustainable schools network and advancing STEM education in Vietnam, working collaboratively with schools, teachers, education authorities, and academic partners. The initiative aimed to foster inclusive learning environments, encourage innovation, and strengthen science and technology education across diverse educational settings.
Through continuous engagement with Vietnamese partners, CED supported capacity building for educators, facilitated peer learning among schools, and encouraged active participation of teachers and students. Implementation risks—such as uneven capacity across schools or resistance to new teaching methodologies—were addressed through tailored training, ongoing technical support, and strong partnerships with education authorities.
This long term collaboration has helped build a shared vision for inclusive, high quality STEM education, promoting diversity in learning approaches and strengthening harmony among stakeholders working toward a common educational goal.
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