Nam Ngo Thanh is an educator, innovator, and community leader dedicated to transforming education and addressing social challenges faced by Vietnamese youth. He currently serves as the Vice-Principal of B.School in Binh Duong, Viet Nam, where he integrates health education and sustainable development into the curriculum, with a focus on both the physical and mental well-being of students. Driven by a mission to reform education, he aims to create environments that prioritize students' holistic development and inspire them to become compassionate global citizens.

He has spearheaded multiple initiatives to support this vision, including the Five Safe Fingers Project, a global child abuse prevention program, and the Kindness Everyday Initiative, which fosters a culture of empathy and kindness in schools.

In addition to his work with students, he is committed to mentoring educators. He leads the Vietnamese Innovative Educators Foundation, a thriving community of over 150,000 educators focused on leveraging innovation and technology to enhance teaching practices. Nam is eager to further develop his capacity to lead projects that integrate health and education solutions while advocating for systemic policy reforms. He envisions a future where education serves as a powerful tool for healing, empowerment, and lasting social change.

OMLAS Experience: “The OMLAS Fellowship has been a transformative journey that deepened my commitment to ethical leadership and sustainable change. Through intensive training and community engagement, I grew as a mentor and changemaker. This experience strengthened my vision to empower youth and drive holistic, locally rooted solutions with global relevance.”