Driven by her desire to contribute to the disability community , she not only learned to live independently but also designed and built three-wheeled vehicles for older people and those with disabilities, giving hundreds of people their own “second pair of legs”. Her inspiring story will be featured in Station of Love, airing at 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 25, on VTV1.
From an early age, Nga suffered from a congenital illness that caused her limbs to shrink and deform, leaving her unable to walk. By the age of six, her health deteriorated further, her back became hunched, and her lungs were compressed, making breathing difficult. Despite years of treatment, her condition did not improve, and her extended hospital stays meant she couldn’t attend school like other children her age.
Yet amid hardship, her determination never faded. With her family’s support and help from her community, Nga taught herself to read and write, developed her own skills, and resolved to take control of her life.
One day, while searching for a three-wheeled vehicle to help her move around more easily she realized that none of the available options met her needs. “Why not make one myself?” That sparked a life-changing idea of building customized tricycles for herself and others with disabilities. As she explains, the most significant barrier for people with disabilities is mobility. Each tricycle she creates not only helps them move freely but also gives them access to work, education, and independence, thereby reducing the burden on families and society. That’s why she calls her creations “the second pair of legs”.
Nga received support from the Vietnam Women’s Union, which helped her join training programs on entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, and branding. Step by step, she stabilized her production, expanded her workshop, and created jobs for five workers with mild disabilities. She also donates 10% of her company’s profits to charity, providing wheelchairs, milk for children in hospitals, and other humanitarian programs. She lives by her motto: “Giving is the way to keep on living”.
Today, her workshop does more than assemble tricycles, it innovates and customizes designs for different types of disability, thereby contributing to both technical progress and social empowerment. Each tricycle represents more than just a means of transportation; it is a symbol of determination, faith, and hope.
Lam Thi Nga’s story is a testament not only to the strength of a woman who refused to surrender to disability, but also a reminder of the power of kindness and perseverance. With her fragile hands, she has built “legs” for hundreds of others, enabling them to move forward on a path of faith, dignity, and compassion.
Tune in to Station of Love at 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 25, on VTV1, to discover more inspiring stories.
