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Microsoft Empowers Vietnamese Youth with Disabilities through the “Digital Literacy for All” Program
On the afternoon of March 12, at Microsoft Office – Capital Place Building (Ba Dinh, Hanoi), the Vietnam Youth with Disabilities Association, in collaboration with Microsoft Vietnam, officially launched the “Digital Literacy for All” initiative for Vietnamese youth with disabilities.
The event was attended by leaders of the Central Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, the Vietnam Youth Federation, Mr. Pham Van Thanh – President of the Vietnam Youth with Disabilities Association, Ms. Nguyen Quynh Tram – General Director of Microsoft Vietnam, as well as representatives of the youth with disabilities community.
The “Digital Literacy for All” initiative is supported by Microsoft and powered by its AI tool, Copilot. The program aims to enhance digital awareness and skills, helping young people with disabilities optimize their work and daily lives through accessible technology.
Youth Delegates with Disabilities Participating in the Program
Speaking at the event, Ms. Nguyen Quynh Tram – General Director of Microsoft Vietnam – shared:
“More than 1 billion people around the world are living with disabilities, and at some point in our lives, most of us may experience a form of temporary or permanent disability. The real-life impact of this is significant. Employment and education rates among people with disabilities remain very low, and social inclusion for this community has seen little progress over the past 30 years.
However, we now have the power to bridge that gap through the advancement of technology—especially artificial intelligence—which helps shorten distances in communication, interaction, and information exchange.”
Ms. Nguyễn Quỳnh Trâm, General Director of Microsoft Vietnam, Shares Insights at the Program
“At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more by making technology accessible, safe, and user-friendly. We believe AI-powered tools like Microsoft Copilot can unlock new levels of accessibility for people with disabilities by helping them build skills, access education, and connect with job opportunities—ultimately contributing meaningfully to socio-economic development.”
As part of the “Digital Literacy for All” program for youth with disabilities, Microsoft Vietnam will accompany the Vietnam Youth with Disabilities Association in implementing a series of impactful activities:
🔹 March – Kick-off & Inspiration:
Campaign launch event: “Discover Copilot – The Creative Assistant Without Limits”
This session introduces Microsoft Copilot, its key features, and how it supports daily tasks such as document drafting, data analysis, and content creation.
🔹 April – Skill Development & Application:
Workshop: “Copilot in Action – A Tool Made for You”
Participants will receive hands-on guidance on using Copilot effectively (quick document drafting, report generation, idea development). Small group sessions will allow attendees to practice with support from Microsoft experts. The workshop also includes personalized tech consultations and peer interaction.
🔹 May – Mindset Growth & Inspiration:
Seminar: “Success from Small Beginnings – My Story”
This event will spotlight inspiring stories from people with disabilities who have successfully used technology and Copilot to grow personally and professionally, empowering participants with new perspectives and motivation.
🔹 June – Wrap-Up & Long-Term Engagement:
Hackathon: “Applying Copilot in Everyday Life”
A friendly competition where small teams solve real-life challenges using Copilot (e.g., financial planning, promotional content creation).
Structure: Teams will have 3 hours to tackle a prompt; judges will evaluate and award the best solutions.
This program is expected to deliver practical value to the Vietnamese youth with disabilities community. Through Microsoft’s partnership, the initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and unlock new opportunities in education and employment for young people with disabilities.
