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Quang Tri inaugurates new sanitation facilities for students

By Dac Thanh   October 14, 2025 | 07:39 pm PT
A new toilet block with separate sections for boys and girls, featuring 12 stalls, was officially handed over to Hung Trach No.2 Secondary School in Bo Trach Commune, Quang Tri Province, on Monday.

This facility serves more than 450 students across 12 classes, replacing a dilapidated structure that had been in place for over a decade.

Quỹ Hy Vọng, Opella Việt Nam, FPT Long Châu và UBND xã Bố Trạch cắt băng khánh thành nhà vệ sinh tại Trường THCS số 2 Hưng Trạch. Ảnh: Đắc Thành

The inauguration ceremony of a toilet block for students in Quang Tri was attended by representatives from The Hope Foundation, Opella Vietnam, FPT Long Chau, and the Bo Trach Commune People's Committee. Photo by Dac Thanh

Principal Tran Thanh Linh said the school had not received adequate investment in sanitation infrastructure. The previous restroom facility, donated by an organization, had deteriorated over time and was no longer usable.

The new toilet block provides students with clean and dedicated restrooms, equipped with separate entrances for boys and girls. The facility includes toilets, handwashing basins, a water supply and drainage system, automatic flushing, and clear signage promoting proper restroom use and hand hygiene.

In addition to the new facilities, Opella Vietnam donated coloring books to the students at Hung Trach No.2 Secondary School, which contain messages about hygiene and health.

Nhà vệ sinh tại Trường THCS số 2 Hưng Trạch đưa vào sử dụng. Ảnh: Đắc Thành

The new toilet block is now in use at Hung Trach No.2 Secondary School in Quang Tri Province. Photo by Dac Thanh

This project is part of a broader initiative that includes 21 sanitation and bathing facilities in the former Bo Trach Commune, which were completed between September and October. These facilities are part of the School Hygiene project, funded by Opella Vietnam and its Enterogermina brand, and implemented by the Hope Foundation in Quang Tri Province.

The project also received support from FPT Long Chau, with construction consulting and design provided by the Vietnam Construction Consulting Corporation, as well as contributions from VnExpress readers. The total budget for the project exceeds VND4.95 billion, with sponsors covering VND4.2 billion and local authorities contributing the balance.

In addition to building facilities that meet the Ministry of Education and Training's standards, the project also includes awareness campaigns on facility maintenance and hygiene practices, educational materials for students and teachers, and the organization of School Hygiene Day events. The initiative is expected to benefit an estimated 7,500 students and teachers by providing clean, safe, and improved facilities.

Học sinh Trường THCS số 2 Hưng Trạch vệ sinh tay sau khi đi vệ sinh. Ảnh: Đắc Thành

Students at Hung Trach No.2 Secondary School in Quang Tri wash their hands at a new restroom. Photo by Dac Thanh

Following the handover, local authorities will have the opportunity to replicate and implement the standardized sanitation systems, clean water infrastructure, and hygiene training materials at other schools in the region. The aim is to promote lasting changes in hygiene habits, extending from schools to families and local communities.

This marks the fourth year of Opella Vietnam's partnership with the School Hygiene project, which focuses on improving living standards and creating better learning environments for children. To date, Opella has sponsored 80 sanitation facilities in Son La, Ha Giang, Yen Bai, Lai Chau, and Quang Tri. By the end of 2025, the Hope Foundation plans to build 270 new facilities nationwide, benefiting nearly 65,000 students and improving public health.

During the project's implementation, the Hope Foundation has monitored the outcomes at previously handed-over sites. A survey conducted in 2024 found that 94% of teachers reported fewer students visiting the clinic for diarrhea and stomach pain due to the improved facilities. Additionally, 91% of teachers noted that the enhanced sanitation and hygiene habits have made school more appealing to students. The standardized facilities and training materials have served as a replicable model for local expansion. Reports from the Education and Training Departments in Van Ho, Dong Van, and Mu Cang Chai show a 10-19% increase in compliant sanitation facilities following the project's rollout.

 
 
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