My Grander Vision for Vietnam | Serving the Vulnerable Children

“I grew up in a very poor family and almost quit my studies at the university because of poverty,” says Tam Tong, Summit attendee in Vietnam, and a leader in a non-profit organization serving vulnerable children throughout the country.  Not only is Vietnam a developing country, but it is also one of the most difficult locations to be a Christian. Access to Christian resources and leadership development tools is very limited. “Vietnam is a developing country in need of leaders who will focus more on building character than on leading from the power of their position. It is a challenge to become that kind of leader, but I believe that’s how it should be because when a leader gets better, everyone wins.”

The Global Leadership Summit is empowering leaders in Vietnam like Tam, and giving them access and opportunity to develop their leadership, and ultimately transform their communities. “I have learned a lot from the GLS that has made a big difference in my life,” Tam shares. “I have become more strategic in developing staff members and in reproducing leaders around me, as well as in leading the organization.  The Summit taught me about implementation. Pick up one idea and give it a try. If it doesn’t work, try another one. That has really changed my leadership. I’ve learned that leaders need to learn everyday. What we know is never enough. When times change, needs change and it requires new leadership skills, so we should study whenever we have a chance.”

A Grander Vision for Children in Vietnam

Tam was born into a poor family, and understands the experiences and struggles of the children she serves every day. “My grander vision is to reproduce other leaders who can do the same things for children in Vietnam that I do, which will make the nation better. I love doing whatever it takes to support kids and help them achieve their maximum potential.

In the organization I lead, I have become better at training people in order to transform children’s lives. In this nation, better leadership will make a huge impact on our communities and the world will become a better place because the church is working right.”

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Thank you for supporting leaders like Tam

Join us in praying for and supporting humble leaders like Tam, with a huge heart for her country and sharing the love of Jesus with children. Leaders like Tam are changing lives in Vietnam. “I’m very grateful for the Summit in Vietnam. It has improved my leadership skills significantly and I am better able to lead the organization, transform children’s lives and serve those who are poor.”

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