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The Dariu Foundation

Innovate. Create. Celebrate.

The Dariu Foundation - Header Bild- Digitale Bildung für alle - zwei Kinder im Reisfeld
The Dariu Foundation

Innovate. Create. Celebrate.

The Dariu Foundation - Header Bild- Digitale Bildung für alle - Mädchen mit Korn
The Dariu Foundation

Innovate. Create. Celebrate.

The Dariu Foundation - Header Bild- Digitale Bildung für alle - Mädchen mit Korn
The Dariu Foundation

Innovate. Create. Celebrate.

We’re Building Tomorrow’s Innovators Today

After two decades of empowering underserved communities, we’re evolving into something bigger. Starting in 2026, we’re transitioning from basic digital literacy to an advanced model of technology education that prepares the next generation for the digital world. Through our new Dariu Tech Club™ Initiative, we’re establishing 500 technology hubs across Southeast Asia and Africa where young people gain high-quality skills in coding, applied AI, and entrepreneurial thinking. These clubs combine free online courses with dynamic, hands-on learning environments where students translate knowledge into real projects that solve everyday problems.

Latest Projects

AI-POWERED INTERACTIVE CHATBOT ROBOT

17. April 2026

In many schools, technology is still used mainly for basic learning support. Inspired by the Industry 4.0 revolution, a team of students set out to change that — by building a physical robot integrated with an AI-based chatbot. The robot can assist teachers and students in quickly accessing lesson-related information, make learning more interactive and […]

WATER LEVEL PROTECTION SYSTEM

18. March 2026

Flooding and saltwater intrusion are growing challenges in the Mekong Delta, particularly in Hau Giang Province. Seasonal flooding combined with irregular high tides and rising sea levels causes water levels to fluctuate unpredictably, leading to residential flooding and damage to daily living environments. During the dry season, saltwater intrusion threatens freshwater storage in tanks, ponds […]

AI SMART CHAIR FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED

22. January 2026

The AI Smart Chair for the Elderly and Disabled was developed by Huynh Minh Trong and Nguyen Hoang Huy, students from Tra On High School, Vinh Long Province, under the guidance of Mr. Tran Trong Huu, Physics Teacher. The project won First Prize in the Vinh Long Provincial Science and Technology Competition 2025–2026 for its […]

SEMI-AUTOMATIC DURIAN HARVESTER

15. December 2025

The Semi-Automatic Durian Harvesting and Transport project was developed to address safety and efficiency challenges in durian farming. In provinces such as Vinh Long, Tien Giang, and Ben Tre, durian harvesting still relies heavily on manual labour, exposing workers to safety risks from climbing tall trees and handling heavy, thorny fruits. Traditional machines are unsuitable […]

AutoSense Bed – Smart Healthcare Monitoring

17. October 2025

The AutoSense Bed project was developed with the vision of using technology to improve healthcare and caregiving. In many Vietnamese families, especially those with elderly or sick members living alone, providing constant care can be challenging. The team set out to create an automated system that monitors health conditions, reduces caregiver workload, and ensures patients […]

SMART MIST HUMIDIFIER

18. September 2025

In response to declining air quality caused by environmental pollution and climate change—particularly the dry conditions created by air conditioner use—a talented student from Long Tri A Secondary School has developed an innovative automatic mist humidifier. This groundbreaking project maintains optimal humidity levels, reduces temperature, protects health, and conserves energy while addressing the limitations of […]

    What we do

    The Dariu Foundation is dedicated to transforming the lives of disadvantaged youth through digital education, bridging the gap between urban and rural opportunities. By providing essential coding skills, we empower children to thrive in a digital world, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and self-confidence. With over 2.5 million coding classes completed, we are committed to reaching millions more by 2027, ensuring that every child has the chance to succeed and innovate.

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    We are proud of our work and the continuous effort to create opportunities for thousands of people among the disadvantaged communities.
    We would like to express our sincere thanks to all our former and current donors, without whom our achievements would not be possible.

    OUR MISSION

    Our mission is to achieve a sustainable impact for 2.5 million people by 2025. “The Dariu Foundation” follows the United Nations “2030 Agenda” with its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. This agenda aims to end poverty for all people by 2030 by integrating the following goals:

    Goal Number 4 – Quality Education
    Goal number 5 – Gender equality
    Goal number 8 – Decent work and economic growth

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    Contact Switzerland

    Manuela Nieth
    manuela@dariu.org

    Contact Vietnam

    Nguyen Van Hanh
    hanh@dariu.vn


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