Vietnam
Pre-Jury

Huong Mi Le is an educator, translator, and author, as well as the initiator and organizer of numerous art, design, and cultural programs. Mi is currently a visiting teacher at Wellspring International Bilingual School and the editor of the History of Graphic Design section at iDesign. Mi has worked with organizations such as Monster Lab Academy of Art and Design, UOB Painting of the Year, VCCA, Vinschool, The Outpost, Omega+, Thai Ha Books, the French Institute in Hanoi, Sunday Art Club, Pencil Philosophy, Noirfoto Darkroom-Studio-Gallery, Á Space, and more. Mi co-founded the "Art Culture Hanoi" platform with the project "Open Hanoi," exploring and co-creating the city with both professional and non-professional art and design practitioners . She initiated the ca'talks series and the workshop "Visual Art Appreciation – Audience-Centered" in collaboration with the CA' Library - Library of Architecture and Art.

Since April 2024, Mi has joined the Goethe-Institut Hanoi as a cultural program coordinator, overseeing educational and film programs including the Science Film Festival. She has also joined the local jury board and offers a fresh and artistic perspective for the selection of films screened in Vietnam.

Huynh Tan Hung earned a Bachelor's degree in English Teaching from Ho Chi Minh University of Education. With eight years of experience as an ESL teacher, Hung has worked closely with students of all ages, gaining a deep understanding of their learning needs. Hung is particularly interested in sparking students’ curiosity about science. The involvement in educational initiatives like I am Gifted! So are You, Today’s Voice 2016 by UNESCO-CEP, and Young Entrepreneur Adventure 2018 has allowed Hung to connect with students from various backgrounds, fostering a passion for helping individuals reach their full potential. Currently working at GIZ in the field of technical and vocational training, Hung understands at an even deeper level how important scientific literacy is.

As a judge, Hung brings a unique blend of expertise in both education and science communication. His ability to evaluate films for both scientific content and storytelling ensures that the selected films are not only educational but also engaging for viewers. His work with the Science Film Festival is part of a broader mission to make a lasting impact on Vietnam's educational system by promoting STEM education and connecting with like-minded educators across the country.
 

Hoang Duong completed his Master's degree in Psychology at Hanoi National University of Education. During his time there, he served as the President of the Student Union, gaining over 20 years of experience in designing, organizing, and leading a variety of programs, including music events, cultural exchanges, games, experiential learning, and film-based education. He has also contributed as a national trainer for several teacher training programs under the Ministry of Education and Training.

As the founder and director of THD, he has been involved in the Science Film Festival since 2014 as a pre-jury member, project coordinator, and lead coordinator. Working closely with the directors of the Goethe-Institut in Vietnam and program officers, he has helped shape and redefine the Science Film Festival in Vietnam.

His contributions have extended the reach and impact of the event, engaging many teachers, educational administrators, and libraries nationwide, and inspiring thousands of students each year. With a diverse background in Science, Education, Psychology, and Cinema, he is committed to bringing innovative learning experiences to every classroom and library, helping to make lifelong learning a reality for students.

Currently, he is also an expert in life skills training and social-emotional learning (SEL), with over 10,000 hours of experience working with more than 90,000 students, parents, and teachers nationwide.
 

With extensive experience in educational technology and STEM/STEAM, I am always passionate about creating innovative and modern learning opportunities for teachers and students. It is a great honor to serve as a jury member for the 2024 Science Film Festival. I am particularly excited about this year’s theme, "Net Zero and the Circular Economy." This is an extremely urgent topic in today's global context, as climate change and resource depletion pose significant challenges to our future. I hope that through the films featured in the festival, we can deliver a powerful message about the importance of environmental protection and sustainable development.