HANOI, Vietnam —March 22, 2026 

Sir Greig Craft, Founder and President of AIP Foundation, recently served as a jury member for the final round and award ceremony of the national English creative writing contest, “Thanh Giong and the Dream Beyond” in Vietnam. The non-profit competition, organized by ED14Plus Company in partnership with Vietnam Integration Journal, brought together outstanding young creative voices from across the country.

Sir Greig Craft at the National Youth Creative Writing Contest in Vietnam

The contest featured 18 exceptional finalists from secondary and high schools nationwide, aiming to inspire a passion for reading, foster creativity, and encourage students to express their aspirations and sense of community responsibility. Through creative storytelling, students explored their hopes for the future and reflected on their roles in building stronger communities.

AIP Foundation’s participation reflected its ongoing commitment to youth empowerment and education as key drivers of long-term social impact in Vietnam. By supporting initiatives that amplify youth voices, AIP Foundation continues to champion opportunities that encourage young people to become engaged and responsible leaders.

“We were honored to support this initiative that encouraged young people to share their ideas, creativity, and hopes for the future,” said Sir Greig Craft, Founder and President, AIP Foundation. “Empowering youth to think critically and express themselves is essential to building safer communities and inspiring the next generation of leaders. It was inspiring to witness the talent and passion of these students today.”

The final round and award ceremony celebrated the creativity and vision of Vietnam’s young writers, highlighting the importance of education, imagination, and youth engagement in shaping a brighter future.