5 Year Impact Report

Posted on January, 05 2026

As we reflect on the past five years, we do so with a profound sense of gratitude and determination. This report marks not just a milestone in WWF-Viet Nam’s journey, but a shared achievement made possible by the collective effort of communities, governments, businesses, and individuals who believe in a future where people and nature can thrive together.

From 2020 to 2025, we have faced significant challenges - from climate disruptions, COVID, economic uncertainties, to institutional changes and global health crises. And yet, amidst these trials, we have also witnessed the strength of collaboration, the power of community, and the resilience of nature itself.

Throughout these five years, WWF-Viet Nam has joined hands with thousands of farmers, businesses, civil society organizations, and government partners to protect the environment. From farmers shifting to sustainable livelihoods, to school children learning about recycling, to communities restoring forests - each action, no matter how small, has played a vital role in creating meaningful change.

Our journey over the last five years has been guided by one clear vision: a nature-positive, climate-resilient Viet Nam. We have worked hand in hand with local partners, empowering communities, advancing policy change, and promoting sustainable practices across landscapes and ecosystems. Whether restoring wetlands, supporting sustainable livelihoods, or reducing pollution, each action taken has contributed to a greater whole - a Viet Nam that values and protects its natural heritage.

What inspires us most is not only what we have achieved, but how we have achieved it. Real change happens when solutions are locally led, inclusive, and rooted in trust. It happens when young people care deeply, when businesses lead responsibly, and when communities have a voice in shaping their own future.

This report captures both our impact and our learning. We have grown stronger through flexibility, innovation, and deep engagement at every level. And while much work lies ahead, we are confident that the foundations built during this period will support even greater progress in the years to come.

On behalf of WWF-Viet Nam, I extend my heartfelt thanks to all who have walked this journey with us. Your belief in our mission fuels our commitment to keep pushing boundaries, scaling solutions, and working toward a greener and more resilient Viet Nam.

Together, we are not just protecting nature - we are shaping the future.

Van Ngoc Thinh

CEO, WWF-Viet Nam