Directions for public policy are articulated around the following three main goals: i) to promote social inclusion, ii) to facilitate social mobility, and Hi) to strengthen social capital. In the context of continuing structural transformation and rapid economic growth, equitable distribution of income gains across different population groups represents a challenge in Viet Nam. Social inclusion as defined in this review refers to the provision of certain rights to all individuals and groups in society, such as decent work, education and training, health care or adequate housing.