At its core, a census is about gathering comprehensive data from every individual in a research community, providing invaluable demographic insights. These insights are crucial for statistical analysis, planning, and social management.
In today’s world of ‘liquid modernity’* – a time characterized by rapid and constant change – staying updated through regular censuses is more important than ever. The challenge is real and pressing.
This past week, from January 7th to 12th, our team at CKC had the privilege of conducting our latest census in Ky Anh Town, Ha Tinh Province. This recent effort is a continuation of our ongoing journey, building on the foundation of our previous censuses in late 2020, early 2021, and mid-2022 to capture the most current and accurate information about this vibrant project-affected community.
Reflecting on three years of dedicated research and project implementation, CKC has two key insights to share: ‘solid’ and ‘fluid’:
- Be “solid” in approaching each and every individual. We’re not just counting people; we’re making every count!
- Be “solid” with the truth in data by following the data collection procedure and requirements that minimize bias and maximize authenticity.
- Be “solid” with data analysis, storage, and management, ensuring its longevity for future reference and cross-checking.
And also: - Be “fluid” for Adaptive Planning: always proactive to flow with changes.
- Be “fluid” for Personalized Engagement: Be flexible in our approach. We meet people where they are, respecting their time, conditions, and abilities. Every interaction is tailored, and every voice is valued.
- Be “fluid” for Responsive Fieldwork: Our “liquid” stance keeps us agile in the field. We are more than researchers. We are problem-solvers on the move.
After concluding our journey, CKC cumulatively gathered insights from nearly 1,500 households with a population of over 6,000, marking a significant milestone in our endeavor to socially access community changes under the impacts of many industry projects.
In all of our census investigations, CKC always spend tremendous efforts to approach each and every one in the community to record their voices and situations. We do not count people, we make them count!
*Note: “Liquid Modernity” is a sociological concept suggested by Zymunt Bauman to address the fast-changing dynamics of our society.
(Quyen Mai)
Returning from a 18-hour journey to the mountains of Nam Giang district, on 16 January 2024, “Cai bung no” could hand-deliver small gifts to 150 Ta Rieng ethnic minority pupils in the La Dêê – Đắc Tôi boarding primary school in Nam Giang District, Quang Nam province.
After five days of launching the campaign, “Cai bung no” season 2 received the total support of VND 26,110,000, including:
🌿 Contributions from other individuals and organisations:
– Gift donation: 50kg of warm clothes, shoes, wool hats, and warm towels; and 100 new pairs of socks
– Financial support: VND 11,506,227 (converted into 86 new warm coats and 50 pairs of new socks)
🌿 Contribution from CKC: VND 14,603,773 (converted into 64 warm coats and all costs for implementing the activity)
All gifts were carefully packaged and classified by CKC team according to pupils’ age, gender, and needs.
“Cai bung no” season 2 is honored to be a part of the “Volunteering Spring 2024” programme, co-implemented with Quang Nam College and Youth Unions of Nam Giang and Dai Loc Districts. The programme encompasses six components, including:
- Awarding scholarships,
- Giving warm clothes,
- Supporting solar lights,
- Providing bamboo rats,
- Providing seedlings of pomelos and acacias, and
- Presenting gifts to disadvantaged households.
CKC appreciates the companionship of individuals and organisations with the “Cai bung no” season 2 and the opportunity to co-work with Quang Nam College to “Warm up the Winter” to pupils during the 2024 Tet season. We would like to express our gratitude to all teachers in the La Dêê – Đắc Tôi ethnic boarding primary school for their contribution to light-up delights to pupils every school day. We wish teachers and pupils in La Dêê – Đắc Tôi school a fulfilled New Year.
(Khiem Tran)
Under the warmth of Hue these days, some of us still shiver thinking about the cold of the last weeks. However, that coldness has never gone away for the children in Nam Giang, a mountainous district in Quang Nam Province.
Determine to act fast before the next freezing period, “Cai Bung No” campaign season 2 has been kicked off with the message “Warm up the winter”. This season, Cai Bung No aims to help 300 children, of which 99% are from the Ta Rieng ethnic minority, at the boarding school for ethnic minority students in La Dêê – Đắc Tôi commune, Nam Giang District, Quang Nam province. The school lies in the border mountainous area at an altitude of more than 1,000m. The children here endure the harshness of the environment and life every single day.
Cai Bung No – Season 2 donation campaign will cooperate with Quang Nam College to come to the school and deliver warm clothes to students in the Nam Giang for a warmer New Year 2024.
The list of items CKC wishes to receive for the donation activity in season 2 are essential warm items for children aged from 6 to 10, including:
150 warm coats and clothes 150 woolen hats 150 warm socks(Please see details in the attached photos)
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All donated necessities and goods will be directly presented to the schools on 16 and 17 January 2024.The campaign schedule will be as follows:
Date: from 10 to 15 January 2024
Time: from 8.00 to 17:00 hours
Collecting station: CKC Office – 20 Ton That Duong Ky Street, An Cuu Ward, Hue cityIf you cannot come during the above time frames or need other support, please contact CKC via Facebook or phone at 0899 441 555 (Quang Vinh).
CKC sincerely appreciates the carefully selected gifts that are in good condition for donation and regrets declining damaged items due to limitations in laundering and repairing.