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Connecting communities since 1998

Celebrating Vietnamese Heritage. Building Connections Across Slovakia.

Vietnamská komunita na Slovensku is a registered community organization dedicated to cultural identity, community connection and the relationship between Vietnamese heritage and life in Slovakia.

A group of smiling young people, many in colourful áo dài, standing close together in a circle outdoors.
Young people in traditional dress gathered together outdoors.

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A Community Rooted in Culture and Connection

The Vietnamese community is an important part of Slovakia's multicultural social fabric. Across generations, community relationships create opportunities to share traditions, strengthen a sense of belonging and build understanding.

Our community-centred approach places people, cultural identity, family connections and respectful intercultural dialogue at the heart of our public mission.

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Who We Are

Registered in Slovakia on 8 December 1998, Vietnamská komunita na Slovensku is an organization with an international element whose registered area of activity includes cultural and artistic engagement.

The organization represents a longstanding institutional connection to Vietnamese cultural life in Slovakia.

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1998

8 December 1998

Registration of Vietnamská komunita na Slovensku in the Slovak Republic.

Registration number: 203/2-98/04632 · Identification number (IČO): 42178835

Only documented milestones are shown. Further milestones will be added once verified.

Our Mission

To encourage the preservation and appreciation of Vietnamese cultural heritage, strengthen community connections, and foster understanding and respectful relationships between Vietnamese and Slovak society.

Our Vision

An inclusive society in which cultural diversity is valued, individuals feel connected to their communities, younger generations can appreciate their heritage, and meaningful intercultural relationships flourish.

Our Values

  • Cultural Heritage

    Respecting and celebrating traditions, language, arts and cultural identity.

  • Community

    Recognizing the importance of relationships, cooperation and belonging.

  • Inclusion

    Encouraging respectful participation and openness across backgrounds and generations.

  • Education

    Supporting opportunities for cultural learning and shared understanding.

  • Integrity

    Communicating responsibly and maintaining organizational transparency.

  • Solidarity

    Recognizing the importance of mutual respect, cooperation and community support.

Our Areas of Community Interest

These describe areas of mission and interest, not formally funded programmes.

  1. 1

    Vietnamese Cultural Heritage

    Language, music, food traditions, arts, festivals and family customs keep communities meaningfully connected to their roots.

  2. 2

    Cultural Exchange and Understanding

    Relationships between Vietnamese and Slovak communities are strengthened through communication, respect and shared experiences.

  3. 3

    Youth and Intergenerational Connections

    Connecting generations lets language, family histories and traditions be appreciated and carried forward.

  4. 4

    Community Relationships

    Strong relationships encourage belonging, shared responsibility and positive participation in society.

  5. 5

    Family and Cultural Identity

    Families play an important role in passing on traditions and developing a shared sense of identity.

  6. 6

    Cultural and Artistic Expression

    Art, storytelling, music and performance contribute to cultural continuity and meaningful exchange.

Our Community in Pictures

Authentic moments captured in photographs provided by the organization: community participation, cultural identity and shared experiences.

  • Vietnamese traditionsA presentation of traditional áo dài on stage.
  • Community gatheringsA presenter in áo dài and nón lá speaking on stage.
  • Vietnamese traditionsAmong paper lanterns in an exhibition space.

All photographs were supplied by the organization. Captions describe only what is visible.

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An Established Registered Organization

  • Registered since 8 December 1998
  • Registered in the Slovak Republic
  • Identification number: 42178835
  • Registration authority: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic
  • Legal form: organization with an international element

Be Part of a Connected Community

Cultural understanding and community relationships grow through participation, communication and shared interest. We welcome appropriate enquiries from individuals and organizations interested in learning more.

Culture Connects Us. Community Brings Us Together.

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