Discovering the phenomenon “Brain drain in Vietnam” together with GLN EC

There is an evidence that Viet Nam is one of the countries where brain drain is in  an alarm situation. 70 percents of the students who study overseas are estimated not to return their host country after graduating. Thousands of doctors, engineers are leaving the country each year, etc. Thus, are there any solutions for this phenomenon??? The answer mentioned in the meeting of GLN English club this week.

            Because of this hot topic, the program attracts the participation of many new people. Before the meeting starts, all members  are very excited to make friends with one another in a friendly and open atmostphere . That is a good opportunity for them to expand their relationship. After that, everyone watches an interesting clip relating to this topic. The clip gives them background of "brain drain" which is no longer a strange phenomenon in the world. It contains many threats and also opportunities when one country loses or has brain gain.

             As an usual, working in pairs is always the most exciting. Each person has his opinion which really differs from others, but complements each other. Their sharings  bring more knowledge for all participants. In term of definition, brain drain is known as the mass emigration of talented people from one country to another. It happens because of lack of opportunities, political instability, and economic depression and may be health risks. The discussion helps members to have insight for the future of our country as well as their own intention. Also, through discussing, the participants recognize that brain gain makes a rapid economic growth in developed countries. Hence, our country also should apply some practical policies , such as improving education system, paying higher salary than  other  countries and providing the best working environment and conditions.

            It is said that the meeting is really interesting and informative. Everyone has opportunity to not only practice speaking English, but also  discuss  one of the top hot issues in the world. The program finishes at 5p.m but many members continue staying in the club to share some of their feelings and ideas.