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The Lens

The Lens is a 30-minute documentary series that approaches contemporary Việt Nam society through the prism of human life. Each episode of The Lens presents a specific slice of life, reflecting how individuals live, adapt, and confront social changes. The program contributes to introducing a picture of life in Việt Nam that ensures human rights in practice by telling small, authentic, and relatable stories, free from grandiosity or slogans. The Lens chooses to start from daily life, as it is where social issues and human rights manifest most clearly, naturally, and authentically.

Latest Episodes

Beyond the Rescues | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 18:37

In Lao Cai, dedicated veterinarians are working tirelessly to rescue and care for injured and endangered wild animals, giving them a second chance at life while helping protect the region’s precious biodiversity.

The way back | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 22:50

Life beyond bars still awaits those who are willing to change and offers them a chance to start over. It is never too late to rebuild their lives.

Women of the mountains | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 23:47

In Sa Pa, tourism is opening new doors for ethnic minority women, helping them gain financial independence, build confidence and preserve their cultural heritage.

Under one roof | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 17:43

Family doesn’t come in just one shape. From three generations sharing a home to a single parent raising a child, or two families coming together to start a new chapter, every family has its own story. What truly matters is the love, care and responsibility that help each member feel they belong.

The next generation | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 17:53

As the world rapidly evolves, what lies ahead for traditional crafts? Will they fade into mere museum relics, or adapt to modern life? Should tradition remain untouched, or evolve to survive? This video explores how the next generation can breathe new life into timeless heritage and prevent it from becoming a thing of the past.

A School on the Border | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 17:15

A new boarding school in a border area opened in September 2026, bringing modern facilities, spaces that reflect ethnic cultures, and a new boarding experience for local students. From families and schools to policies and resources supporting border communities, new opportunities are opening up to help children learn, grow and build a brighter future

Living with the sun and wind | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 12:00

In the 1990s, farmers in Vietnam's driest regions transformed barren, sandy soil into a thriving dragon fruit industry. Decades later, Living with the Sun and Wind explores how these growers continue to adapt to unpredictable weather and volatile global markets to preserve their livelihoods.

After the Storm | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 15:43

In 2006, Typhoons Chan Chu and Sang Sen struck Vietnam’s central coast within three months, leaving 232 people dead or missing and 86 fishermen never to return. In Binh Minh, Quang Nam, the tragedy gave rise to the haunting name “the village of widows”. Twenty years on, After the Storm explores how the coastal community has transformed while holding on to its memories and resilience.

Under the Spotlight | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 21:06

The stage changes, the “partners” change, and the acts keep evolving. But behind the lights and the applause, what has sustained the bond between performers and animals through the years remains the same: understanding, care and responsibility. Discover the stories behind this transformation in the upcoming episode of The Lens: Under the Spotlight, only on Vietnam Today.

Barren Land in Bloom | The Lens

Culture & Tourism 16:21

Armed with knowledge from Israel and relentless perseverance, young entrepreneurs are transforming the sun-scorched, barren hills of Khanh Hoa into thriving green hubs. By mastering modern agricultural technology and respecting nature, they established The Moshav Farm and a native medicinal herb cooperative.