Upcoming Events at The American Center in Saigon (December 7 – December 9)

Theo nguồn tin trên trang mạng của Tổng lãnh sự quán Hoa Kỳ ở tại Sài Gòn

Activism against Gender-based Violence: Preventing and Responding to Bias-Motivated Violence Against the LGBT Community
Time: Monday, December 7, 2:00 p.m.
Speaker: Nguyen Ly Hien Nga, Save the Children

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people experience rejection and severe hostility at home, in their community, and from society at large. Come join Nga Nguyen from Save the Children to explore what we can do to create a kind and inclusive social environment, free of all forms of violence against the LGBT community.

Book Club Activities
Time: Monday, December 7, 5:30 p.m.
Speaker: Kristen Weaver, Consulate Officer

This month, the American Center book club will introduce you to inspiring Christmas stories written by American authors O’Henry and Harriet Stowe. Come learn more about American culture and share your opinions. Don’t forget to read these stories and bring your friends! The stories are here: http://americanliterature.com/author/o-henry/short-story/the-gift-of-the-magi, http://americanliterature.com/author/harriet-beecher-stowe/short-story/christmas-or-the-good-fairy

20 years of U.S. – Vietnam Educational Exchange (for U.S. Alumni only)
Time: Wednesday, December 9, 5:00 p.m.
Speaker: Huynh The Du, Board Member of U.S. Alumni Club HCMC

Activism Against Gender-based Violence: Health & Wellness for Women (Vietnamese)
Time: Tuesday, December 15, 2:00 p.m.
Speaker: Associate Professor, Dr. Vo Minh Tuan, HCMC University of Medicine & Pharmacy

Join Doctor Vo Minh Tuan, as he discusses women’s health and wellness. Bring your friends and your questions for Doctor Tuan!

http://hochiminh.usconsulate.gov/ac/events.html