The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho has mobilized VND4.3 billion in 2011 from individuals and organizations to support AO victims. The Can Tho municipal Agent Orange (AO)/Dioxin Victims’ Association used the funds to build 23 new houses and buy 60 wheelchairs for the victims. It also presented gifts worth VND1.3 billion to nearly 5,000 victims on the occasion of the upcoming lunar New Year. Other activities in support of AO victims were launched, such as providing free medical check-ups and granting tuition fees and scholarships to poor students. Deputy Chairwoman of the Can Tho municipal Agent Orange/Dioxin Victims’ Association, Tran Kieu Lien, said she expects to mobilize more funds for local victims and build 30 new houses for those in need in 2012. (english.vovnews.vn Dec 12)
