Launch of the LUFFA FUTURE 2026 Short Video Competition: Shaping a Greener Future with Luffa

Climate change, saltwater intrusion, and increasingly frequent extreme weather events are posing significant challenges to the Mekong Delta. In response to these challenges, the creativity and innovation of young people can play an important role in promoting sustainable solutions and raising community awareness. To encourage creativity, innovation, and environmental communication, Tra Vinh University officially launches the LUFFA FUTURE 2026 Short Video Competition for young people across the Mekong Delta region.

Why Luffa?

Luffa is a familiar crop in the Mekong Delta. It is easy to grow, well adapted to the region’s natural conditions, and offers significant economic value. Beyond being a nutritious food source, dried luffa fiber can be transformed into environmentally friendly products that are fully biodegradable, making it a sustainable alternative to plastic. Through this competition, the Organizing Committee hopes to inspire young people to discover the untapped potential of luffa and propose innovative solutions that promote green agriculture and climate resilience.

Competition Themes

Teams may choose one of the following three themes:

• Climate Change Solutions
• Circular Economy
• Green and Healthy Food

Eligibility

• Young people aged 16–24 who are living or studying in the Mekong Delta region.
• Each team must consist of 3 - 5 members.

Submission Requirements

Each team is required to submit:

• One short video (3–4 minutes).
• One PDF briefly describing the team's idea.
• After the submission period ends, all eligible videos will enter an online public voting round on the Youth4Food – Tra Vinh University Facebook Fanpage.

Awards

For each competition theme, the prizes include:

• 🥇 01 First Prize: 400.000 VNĐ
• 🥈 01 Second Prize: 300.000 VNĐ
• Along with many other exciting prizes and gifts.

Participants will also have the opportunity to:

• Receive a Certificate of Participation from Tra Vinh University and EmpowerYouth4Food (Nuffic Southeast Asia).
• Receive mentorship from experts from Vietnam and the Netherlands.
• Obtain support to further develop their startup ideas.

Competition Timeline

• Submission Period: July 3 – August 1, 2026
• Online Voting: August 3 – August 10, 2026
• Winners Announced: September 1, 2026
• Award Ceremony: September 5, 2026

How to Submit

Please send your video and PDF description to:

youth4foodtravinhuniversity@gmail.com

Email Subject

LUFFA FUTURE 2026 – SCHOOL NAME – TEAM NAME – COMPETITION THEME

Contact Information

Hotline: 0944 070 337 (Mr. Đình Thái)

Fanpage: Youth4Food – Tra Vinh University

LUFFA FUTURE 2026 is more than just a short video competition - it is a platform for young people to contribute innovative ideas that support green agriculture, advance the circular economy, and promote sustainable living. Gather your teammates, turn your creativity into inspiring stories, and help weave a greener future for the Mekong Delta.