On the sidelines of the prestigious 2026 Rising Scholar Fellowship Programme (RSFP) and the Singapore Rising Scholars Conference, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, President of the DMN Initiative, officially chaired a side event at Singapore Management University (SMU). The specialized session provided a premium international platform for President Nghia to introduce the comprehensive global frameworks, milestone achievements, and cross-border operations of the Dao Manh Nghia Initiati

On behalf of the DMN Initiative – SDGs Council – DMN Foundation, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, President of the DMN Initiative, paid a formal courtesy call to the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium, ahead of the European Youth Week 2026. The visit was conducted upon the official invitation of Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Tineke Strik. During the official visit to the European Parliament, President Nghia was received to discuss the integration of youth perspectives

Recently, our Founder and President, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, had the distinct honor of serving as the sole keynote speaker at the "Law Without Borders" Talkshow hosted by the Faculty of Law at HUTECH University. Drawing from his journey as an Erasmus Mundus Scholar in International Law (ILGSPD) and his practical experience within the United Nations system, he shared invaluable insights on navigating the international legal landscape. Aligning with the DMN Initiative’s core m

On the sidelines of Doha Forum 2025, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, President of DMN, exchanged greetings with H.E. Ban Ki-moon, Former Secretary-General of the United Nations. During their meeting, President H.E. Dao Manh Nghia highlighted the remarkable impact of the DMN Foundation and expressed appreciation for H.E. Ban Ki-moon’s leadership and the transformative work of the Ban Ki-moon Foundation in advancing global initiatives for sustainable development and positive change. �

H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, President of DMN, attended the prestigious Doha Forum 2025 and its Youth Edition in Qatar. This year’s theme, “Justice in Action: Beyond Promises to Progress,” aligns closely with the mission of the DMN Initiative, SDGs Council, and DMN Foundation—we are moving from dialogue to actionable frameworks for meaningful change. Highlights from an inspiring week: Policy Leadership: Our President served as Co-Chair of the Geopolitics Roundtable, helping trans

“We don’t come to the table to take a side — we come to the table to build a path forward together.” – H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, DMN President This was our President’s core message at the 2025 Kofi Annan Foundation Peace Address, where he was honoured to speak during the Peace Dialogue on Intergenerational Peacebuilding at Geneva Peace Week. Representing the DMN Initiative – SDGs Council – DMN Foundation, the UN Major Group for Children and Youth (MGCY), and the SDG16 GYC, he

Our President H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia had the honor of representing the Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) and the Erasmus Mundus Programme in International Law of Global Security, Peace and Development (ILGSPD) at the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) Global Forum and Young Professionals Programme , held at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, from 30 September to 2 October 2025 . A central feature of the symposium was the NEA Young Professionals Programme

DMN Foundation, Nam Yen United Project, and Hieu Giang Youth Union Partner to Support Disadvantaged Students in Hieu Giang Commune, Quang Tri Province The Nam Yen United Project and the DMN Foundation, in partnership with the Hieu Giang Youth Union, organized a significant Gift-giving ceremony on Friday, July 25, 2025, to provide material and educational support for disadvantaged students throughout the commune. At the heart of the ceremony was the presentation of 50 gift pac

The 63rd UN Graduate Study Programme: UN80 – Building Our Future Together 🌍🇺🇳 Representing Vietnam and the DMN Initiative , our President participated in the 63rd United Nations Graduate Study Programme (GSP63) at UN Geneva from 30 June to 11 July 2025 . This prestigious programme provided an in-depth immersion into the United Nations system and International Geneva. It offered direct engagement with senior officials from a wide range of UN bodies, including UNODA, UNDP

🌿 Held in Paris from 16–17 May , the General Assembly brought together over 100 participants to exchange ideas, strengthen collaboration, and share best practices across Erasmus Mundus programmes. This year's theme — “Go Green: Connect, Innovate, Sustain” — underscored EMA’s commitment to environmental responsibility and to fostering an international, diverse, and interconnected community. 🗳️ President Nghia actively engaged in plenary sessions, learned about EMA’s milest

On 12 June 2025, on behalf of the DMN Initiative – SDGs Council – DMN Foundation, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, President of the DMN Initiative, paid a courtesy call to M. H. Sr. Josep Rull i Andreu, President of the Parliament of Catalunya. Accompanying the DMN President was Ms. Yoonseo Kim, a Member of the DMN Secretariat and DMN Youth Ambassador for South Korea. During the official visit to the Parliament headquarters, H.E. Mr. Nghia was warmly received by staff from the Office

H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia had the honor of attending the prestigious 19th Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) General Assembly, which took...

On 20 February 2025, at the esteemed Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI), H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, who is the...

On 17 July 2024, Mr. Sawadogo Apollinaire Manegdlawendé, the DMN Ambassador in Africa and the Middle East, achieved a significant...

From 22-26 May 2024, President H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia took the helm in chairing the General Meeting of Standing Committee of DMN...

From 15 April 2024 to 19 April 2024, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia - The DMN President took part in the East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress 2024...

On 19 April 2024, H.E. Mr. Dao Manh Nghia, the President of the DMN Initiative - SDGs Council - DMN Foundation visited the ASEAN Korea...

🎉✨ Exciting Announcement! ✨🎉 We are delighted to unveil the official launch of the DMN website, marking a significant milestone in our...

On 31 January 2024, the leaders and members of standing committee of DMN Initiative - SDGs Council - DMN Foundation gave the financial...

Today, DMN Initiative turns FIVE years old (1 November 2018 - 1 November 2023)! Make sure to keep an eye out for our Birthday...