Hanoi promotes learning society through development of community learning centers

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Members of the “Mua Bong” (Traditional Fan Dance) class, the first class at the model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward, perform at the launch ceremony. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
The model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward (Hanoi) officially opens on July 31, 2026. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
Members of the “Mua Bong” (Traditional Fan Dance) class, the first class at the model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
Residents and visitors explore exhibition booths during the launch ceremony of the model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward (Hanoi) and the thematic event on preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage, held on July 31, 2026. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
Delegates visit exhibition booths during the launch ceremony of the model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward (Hanoi) and the thematic session on preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
Residents and visitors explore exhibition booths during the launch ceremony of the model Community Learning Center in Thanh Liet Ward (Hanoi) and the thematic event on preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage, held on July 31, 2026. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
The launch of the model Community Learning Center marks an important step toward realizing the policy of promoting lifelong learning in conjunction with local socio-economic development under Hanoi Party Committee Action Program No. 05-CTr/TU, implementing Politburo Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW on breakthrough development in education and training. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA
Hanoi promotes learning society through development of community learning centers
As an official member of the UNESCO Global Network ofLearning Cities, Hanoi is advancing the development of a learning society byestablishing community learning centers that respond to practical needs. Beyondformal education, the initiative aims to create flexible and diverse learningopportunities closely connected with the daily lives and livelihoods of peopleof all ages. In the initial phase, Hanoi is piloting model community learningcenters in Thanh Liet, Thanh Oai, and Hoai Duc. In addition to expandinglifelong learning opportunities, these centers help improve human resourcequality, promote digital transformation, and support local socio-economicdevelopment, in line with Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW on breakthrough developmentin education and training. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA