Intern’s Booklet

NGO PROJECT

Blind Link

Vietnam

AIESEC FTU HANOI | AIESEC VIETNAM

CONTENT

ABOUT AIESEC FTU HANOI.....................................................................................2

BLIND LINK VIETNAM ........................................Ошибка! Закладка не определена.

NGO PROJECT .........................................................................................................9

INTERN’S WORK INFORMATION ..........................................................................11

JOB DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................. 11

LEARNING POINTS.............................................................................................12

REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................................12

CONTACT INFORMATION .....................................................................................17

ABOUT AIESEC FTU HANOI

AIESEC FTU Hanoi

Founded in 2009, AIESEC FTU Hanoi is having 90+ members from 09

prestigious universities in Hanoi, and has organized many projects for

the youth, such as Global Leadership Activating Day, Global Citizen

Summer Camp, etc…

We believe AIESEC can play a positive

in expanding horizon of young

Vietnamese students, some of whom

may well become the future leaders

of this country..

Thomas Grunzke, AIESEC Alumnus

Former Vice President of Finance, Unil ever Vietnam

GLOBAL CITIZEN Summer Camp

Global Passport Course

Wake and Go

ABOUT BLINDLINK VIETNAM

THE BLIND LINK VIETNAM, is a newly

established not-for-profit social enterprise in Hanoi,

Vietnam serving the Vietnamese blind or/and visually

impaired people through expanding employment

opportunities for the blind and visually impaired, to

broaden their massage skill techniques, to help them better understand how to

run a business, and to give them the chance to achieve a better life.

By doing this, the visually-impaired people will build up their confidence,

find it easy to integrate into community and lessen social and familial burdens.

Blind-Link Bring bright future and self-esteem to Vietnamese visually impaired

young adults and their families, many of whom are victims of Agent Orange.

ACTIVITIES

THE TRAINING ACTIVITIES

Playing a bridging role, the Blind-link helps impaired people with blind or/and

visually impaired people. The company provides:

Blind-link has been established 4 programs:

- Massage education courses: training from the professional

instructors, self-practising at the Blind-link’s spa “ Omamori spa”

- Personal development program: encouraging positive mindset

through activities such as telling story, music, social engagement

- Entrepreneurship education program: providing lessons on how to

start small businesses

- English communication Program: through international

volunteers, lessons

THE BUSINESS ACTIVITIES

In order to help the learners to get familiar with and continue improving their

working skills after graduation, the Blind-link has been established Omamori

spa, which has been ranked 5th out of 42 spas by TripAdvisor. Blindlink has

not only created full-time employment for total 16 people, but the company

has also built a strong reputation in massage field in Hanoi.

“OMAMORI is a chain of massage studios run by Blind-Link, a not- for-

profit social enterprise that provides employment, support, and training

opportunities for the Vietnamese visually impaired community”.

- Perfect service at affordable price: in a clean, cozy and comfortable

atmosphere with a calming melody and our special aroma essential oil,

our clients enjoy a completely relax massage therapy provided by our

dedicated and passionate blind therapists. Each practitioner has been

chosen for their variety of skills, years of experience, and professionalism.

In addition, practitioners are required to further their education on a

regular basis with continuing education classes.

- While you are feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, ready to take on the world

one more day with our massage, at the same time you are supporting

the visually disabled community to make their lives brighter.”

ABOUT NGO PROJECT

THE SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

- Organizing and calling for charitable activities

- Creating a playground for networking and communinity connections

- Participating in other social activities.

For more information about the center, please have a look at the website:

http://blindlink.org.vn/index.php/en/

ABOUT NGO PROJECT

NGO project of AIESEC FTU HN is a project cooperated with an NGO. Our

mission is to provide non-government organizations (NGOs) and social

enterprises (SEs) with a team of young, proactive, energetic and potential

international students to make impacts in the society by joining community

projects.

“NGO Project – Blind Link Vietnam” is a project in which AIESEC FTU HN

cooperates with a social enterprise – THE BLIND-LINK Vietnam.

Joining the project, interns will be assigned the position of Marketing

communications a n d E n g l i s h T e a c h i n g P r o g r a m s . Interns will be a

part of a team working together to gain valuable work experience with a

Vietnamese not-for-profit social enterprise in organizing and implementing

marketing plan with targeted clients are foreign tourists and expat community

in Hanoi. Besides, intern would help Omamori’s disable therapists and

receptionists improve their English skills (they already learnt some previous

English courses).

ABOUT NGO PROJECT

Attendance: Monday to Friday: Three (3) days a week in the office, Two (2)

days work from home ( Days of attendance in the office are flexible).

Hours: 9am to 5pm

Besides, Interns can have the chance to:

Deepen and fulfill communications and media skills.

Gain experience in organizing marketing or communication strategies

internationally.

Learn about Blind-Link and Vietnamese social enterprises while helping

the disadvantaged people.

Opportunity to experience Vietnamese cultures and get to know

Vietnamese people throughout work as well as with the local host.

Enjoy free massages (Acupressure, Swedish, Hot Stone, Foot Massage) in

Omamori Spa once per week.

INTERN’S WORK INFORMATION

JOB DESCRIPTION AND ACTIVITIES

Job description 1: Marketing communications: Spread out Omamori Spa brand to Western community in Hanoi as well as

Vietnam, so they are able to get to know Blind-link as well as ordering a

number of our services . In particular, Blind-Link will send you a list of

companies list to get access, you can freely choose your means to get the

most effective results. You can email, meet in person in the spa or come to the

company, etc…

Focus on marketing in-office massage to Western companies and

organizations.

What is in-office massage? The therapists will come to the office blocks to

serve the clients in 30 minutes. It gains a number of advantages: flexibility, low

investment and create a variety of job opportunities for the visually impaired

people in the further future.

Job description 2: Teaching English:

To help the blind with their English, there will be prepared teaching materials.

English teaching takes place 2 mornings per week.

Job description 3: Reporting and giving feedback Interns help AIESEC FTU Hanoi to report and feedback the w hole

experience working in the NPO.

LEARNING POINTS

NPO learning environment

Creative learning, teaching skills and public speaking

Personal self -development

Adaptation skills

Chances to interact with and get insight about Vietnamese disabled

youth

Deep understanding of Vietnamese culture

INTERN’S WORK INFORMATION

OUR INTERN SERVICE

Visa procedure assistance

Accommodation finding supported

Living stuff assisted: motor rent, bus map reading acquaintance,

Pick-up interns at airport

Integration activities: city tours, cooking days or tea talk

Weekend trips organized by the center

REQUIREMENTS

Commitment for a minimum of 6 weeks of internship and take

responsibilities to help Blind-Link achieve its mission;

Have some experience in the field of marketing communications

Must be fluent in English and bring a laptop for the project.

AMAZING VIETNAM

Although many westerners still imagine Vietnam through the lens of war, it is in

reality a country filled with captivating natural beauty and tranquil village life. Its

highlands and rainforest regions, far from being devastated, continue to yield

new species and team with exotic wildlife. Its islands and beaches are among the

finest in all of Southeast Asia, and its cuisine is very possibly the most delicious

you will ever find. Over two decades have passed since Vietnam was officially

united, and in that time it has done a remarkable job of healing its wounds.

Today, this gracious and graceful country is an outstanding travel destination.

Places you should visit – Top 10 destinations in Vietnam

1. Hanoi Capital

The capital of the c ount ry, with its unique cha rm of c ult ure and pe ople, is whe re

forei gner comes and ex perience the Vietnamese life sty le to the t ruest.

AMAZING VIETNAM

2. Ha Long Bay

Ha Lon g Bay – marvel lous landsca pe, cruising ships and bea utiful natures. Come, have a good night on an island and enjoy the se rene but dyna mic life here!

3. Hoi An

A quaint city with river flowing beside the st reets.

It’s truly an ancient place of s urprising beaut y and marvel.

4. Sapa

With the former gl orious period are refle cted in the city’s architecture, c ulture and c uisine, making it one of the best places to visit in Vietnam. Of the city’s monuments, the Citadel is the most fa mous.

Another i mportant landmark on the river is the city’s official sy mbol, the Thien Mu Pagoda.

Sapa - gateway t o another world of mysterious min ority c ult ures and luscious landscapes !

5. H ue

6. Mui Ne

Picturesque mountains, beaches and l ush islands Nha Trang is a popular destination. Adorned with res orts, pal m t rees and a lovely promenade, Nha T rang’s beach is its main draw. Amuse ment and wate r parks provide fun for every one with rolle r c oasters and wave pools.

8. Da Lat

Lon g beach, pe rfect white sand, salty wind that appeal people for a visit of their life…

7. Nha Trang

Da Lat is a beautiful scene of French colonial architecture and villas set amid picturesque landscapes with year-round cool weather.

9. Ho Chi Minh City

10. Trang An

This is the pe rfect destination

for wh o loves nat ure and

discover the ma gnificent caves

of Ninh Binh.

CONTACT INFORMATION

NGUYEN THI THUY LINH

Manager of Non-Profit Organization team Email: lylyhb95@gmail.com

Skype: lylyhb95

NGUYEN HUNG TUAN

Member of Non-profit Organization team

Email: tuanmon1604@gmail.com Skype: Tuankhukhi

DINH CAM NHUNG

Member of Non-profit Organization team Email: 2dinhcamnhung4@gmail.com

Skype: iamzenn24

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