Trinh Foundation Australia

27/08/2026

Meet Katie Walker-Smith 🌟

Katie has been part of the TFA Board since 2016 and brings many years of experience, commitment and passion to her role.

As Co-Chair, Katie works alongside Megan to provide leadership and direction for TFA, supporting the Board and helping shape the organisation’s ongoing work and priorities.

If you have the opportunity to meet or see Katie, please say hello — she would love to connect with colleagues, partners and friends of TFA 🤝

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Gặp gỡ Katie Walker-Smith 🌟

Katie đã là thành viên Hội đồng Quản trị TFA từ năm 2016 và mang đến vai trò của mình nhiều năm kinh nghiệm, sự tận tâm và nhiệt huyết.

Với vai trò Đồng Chủ tịch, Katie cùng Megan dẫn dắt và định hướng hoạt động của TFA, đồng thời hỗ trợ Hội đồng Quản trị trong việc xây dựng các định hướng và ưu tiên của tổ chức.

Nếu có dịp gặp Katie, hãy chào Katie nhé — cô ấy luôn rất vui được kết nối với các đồng nghiệp, đối tác và những người bạn của TFA 🤝

21/08/2026

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✨ Học Ngôn ngữ trị liệu, bạn yêu điều gì? 💙
🎓Cùng lắng nghe những trải nghiệm của bạn Trần Thị Quỳnh Hoa (Cử nhân khóa thứ 2 - Trường ĐH Kỹ thuật Y tế Hải Dương - tốt nghiệp tháng 8/2026) nhé!

ℹ️ Dự án “Phát triển Đào tạo Ngôn ngữ trị liệu (NNTL) tại Việt Nam” do Chính phủ Hoa Kỳ tài trợ thông qua tổ chức VietHealth, giai đoạn 2017 – 2022. Dự án vẫn đang được MCNV tiếp tục tài trợ và triển khai với hỗ trợ kỹ thuật từ đối tác là tổ chức TFA.
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💙What do you love the most about pursuing the Bachelor in Speech and Language Therapy Program?
Let's hear from Ms.Tran Thi Quynh Hoa, a newly-graduated Bachelor degree holder from Hai Duong Medical Technical University!

"What resonated with me most about the Bachelor's program in Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) was the opportunity for clinical practice across various medical facilities, from local to central levels. At each placement, I was exposed to different patient demographics, as well as a diverse range of medical conditions and clinical cases.
To me, the past four years felt like studying abroad right at home! Alongside the guidance of faculty members and clinical supervisors, we had the chance to learn and interact directly with international experts, observing how they applied their knowledge to real-world clinical practice.
I particularly enjoyed the Rehabilitation Scientific Presentation Workshop — a bridge that broadened our professional perspectives. Having attended for two seasons, the program made me deeply realize that in the healthcare field, learning never stops at what is taught in school; it requires continuous updates and lifelong learning throughout one's career." (Tran Thi Quynh Hoa)

ℹ️The project “Developing Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) Education in Vietnam” was funded by the U.S. Government through VietHealth for the 2017–2022 period. The project continues to be funded and implemented by the Medical Committee Netherlands - Vietnam (MCNV), with technical support from Trinh Foundation Australia

20/08/2026

Australian volunteer Leah Paice (Speech Therapist Mentor) working with Ms. Le Quyen from C Hospital. Photographer: Nguyen Van Nam

19/08/2026

Got your copy of A Way with Words?
Take a photo with your book and share it with us! We’d love to see where A Way with Words has travelled.

Don’t have your copy yet? Email us and help us keep the story travelling! 🌏

📧 [email protected]

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Bạn đã có cuốn A Way with Words chưa? 📖✨
Chụp một tấm ảnh cùng cuốn sách và chia sẻ với chúng tôi nhé! Chúng tôi rất muốn thấy A Way with Words đã đi đến những đâu. 🌏

Chưa có sách? Hãy email cho chúng tôi để sở hữu một cuốn và cùng tiếp tục hành trình của A Way with Words! 💛

📧 [email protected]

18/08/2026

https://trinhfoundation.org/news/tfa-featured-on-podcast

Listen to our recent podcast conversation with Erin from SLPs Overseas Podcast exploring the development of the Speech Pathology profession in Vietnam over the past two decades, how TFA works in-country, current volunteering opportunities, and our vision for the future.

🎧 Listen to the podcast - SLPs Overseas Podcast

In June, Trinh Foundation Australia (TFA) was invited to join Erin and SLPs Overseas Podcast to talk about the development of the speech pathology profession in Vietnam over the past two decades and the work of Trinh Foundation Australia.

17/08/2026

Trinh Foundation Australia is pleased to share three exciting Speech Pathology volunteer opportunities in Vietnam through the Australian Volunteers Program.

These roles provide a unique opportunity to support the development of the Speech and Language Therapy profession in Vietnam through clinical education, student supervision, mentoring, and capacity building.

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🔹 Advanced SALT Clinical Education Mentor

Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy (DUMTP), Da Nang

Commencing: 26 October 2026
Format: 2 weeks remote + 6 weeks in-country
Focus on both paediatric and adult clinical education

Apply here: https://www.australianvolunteers.com/assignments/advanced-salt-clinical-education-mentor-peadiatrics-cp2-cp6-vietnam-444468/

🔹 Clinical Mentor – Paediatric Speech Therapy (CP2)

Hai Duong Medical Technical University (HMTU), Hai Phong

Flexible hybrid assignment
General paediatric caseload including speech, language, autism and cerebral palsy
Feeding and swallowing experience desirable but not essential

Apply here: https://www.australianvolunteers.com/assignments/clinical-mentor-speech-therapy-pediatric-component-cp2-vietnam-960466/

🔹 Clinical Mentor – Adult Speech Therapy (CP4)

Hai Duong Medical Technical University (HMTU), Hai Phong

Flexible hybrid assignment
Complex adult caseloads including stroke and traumatic brain injury
Tracheostomy experience is welcomed but not required

Apply here: https://www.australianvolunteers.com/assignments/clinical-mentor-speech-therapy-adult-component-cp4-vietnam-871828/

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All assignments are supported by the Australian Volunteers Program and include:

Please share these opportunities with anyone in your professional networks who may be interested.

14/08/2026

12/08/2026

The biggest congratulations to all the graduates! 🎓🎉

Trinh Foundation Australia is always incredibly proud to support and celebrate the next generation of Speech and Language Therapy professionals. We wish you all the very best as you take the next step in your careers and continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. 💙

11/08/2026

📣 Volunteer Opportunity – Advanced SALT Clinical Education Mentor | Vietnam

We’re pleased to share this opportunity on behalf of the Australian Volunteers Program and Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy (DUMTP).

An experienced Speech Pathologist is sought for a rewarding hybrid assignment (2 weeks remote + 6 weeks in Vietnam) to mentor university lecturers and final-year students, support clinical placements, and contribute to strengthening Speech and Language Therapy education in Vietnam.

📅 Commences: 26 October 2026
⏰ Applications close: 2 September 2026
✈️ Flights, accommodation, insurance and living allowances provided.

Open to Australian citizens and permanent residents only.

For more information and to apply: https://www.australianvolunteers.com/assignments/advanced-salt-clinical-education-mentor-peadiatrics-cp2-cp6-vietnam-444468/

Please share with your professional networks! 🙏