On the morning of April 17, Madame Le Thi Bich Tran, spouse of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and Madame Zinash Tayachew, spouse of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, visited Nguyen Dinh Chieu Primary and Secondary School in Hanoi, an institution dedicated to the education and care of visually impaired children.
Founded in December 1982, the school has a mission to help blind and visually impaired students in Hanoi integrate into society, live independently, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
The two guests attentively watched a heartfelt musical performance by the school’s students. Despite its simplicity, the performance, delivered with passion and determination, left a profound impression on the distinguished guests and attending delegates.
In a touching moment, the guests received two hand-drawn paintings by visually impaired students, each depicting scenes of Hanoi. The artworks portrayed the city’s timeless charm and peaceful rhythm, capturing the soul of its streets, greenery, and daily life through the students’ unique lens.
Madame Zinash Tayachew also presented thoughtful gifts to the school’s teachers as a gesture of goodwill and solidarity.
Following the performance, both guests toured the school, including classrooms, functional spaces, and the art room. Nguyen Dinh Chieu School follows an inclusive education model from grades 1 through 9. To prepare visually impaired students for integration, the school provides early intervention classes that focus on essential pre-integration skills.
The delegation also visited the school’s dormitory area, where Madame Tran and Madame Tayachew warmly engaged with students, inquiring about their daily routines and learning experiences.
The two guests expressed deep care and encouragement, urging the students to persevere through difficulties and continue striving in their studies and lives. Their presence brought warmth and emotional support to the entire school community.
During the visit to the school’s computer lab, the guests observed students using specialised technology such as screen-reading software and Braille keyboards, vital tools in the education of blind students.
At the art room, where works by visually impaired students were on display, the guests were visibly moved and amazed by the creativity and artistic passion expressed in each piece.