Proactively seek to escape poverty.

Recently, in many localities, hundreds of households have proactively submitted applications to be removed from the poverty list, relinquishing their support rights to other households. People are also hesitant and apprehensive about identifying themselves as poor households and trying to lift themselves out of poverty. This information was shared by Mr. Pham Hong Dao, Deputy Head of the National Office for Poverty Reduction, at the event "Joining Hands for the Poor - Leaving No One Behind," organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment in coordination with the People's Committee of Lang Son province on December 20th.

Over the years, the State's poverty reduction policies have been quite comprehensive, ranging from direct subsidies and preferential credit to support for healthcare, education , and housing. For many families, these policies have been a "lifeline," helping them overcome the most difficult periods and preventing them from being left behind when unforeseen events occur. However, practice also presents a difficult problem: when support is prolonged without accompanying incentives, the poor may fall into a mentality of "not wanting to escape poverty" for fear of losing familiar benefits.

Therefore, people proactively requesting to be removed from the poverty list holds special significance. First, it reflects a change in perception and mindset. People no longer view support policies as the "destination," but rather as a "temporary support system." When they feel they can stand on their own two feet, they are willing to leave the assistance system to give opportunities to more disadvantaged households. What is valuable here is not only the spirit of voluntariness, but also a sense of responsibility and a desire to rise above their circumstances and take control of their own lives.

From a policy perspective, applications to be removed from the poverty list are vivid evidence of the effectiveness and sustainability of poverty reduction efforts. This transformation also helps to allocate public resources, which are always limited, more rationally; and the fairness and effectiveness of social welfare programs are enhanced.

The challenge is how to ensure that this spirit doesn't remain confined to isolated cases, but becomes a widespread trend. In the coming period, poverty reduction policies need to continue shifting their focus from subsidies to livelihood creation. Vocational training linked to real needs, connecting people to stable jobs, and supporting small-scale production and household businesses will help people see a clear path out of poverty.

Simultaneously, special attention should be paid to "post-poverty alleviation" policies. The fear of falling back into poverty is always present, especially when people face natural disasters, epidemics, or market fluctuations. Maintaining essential support during the transition period, such as health insurance, preferential credit, and technical advice, will help people feel more secure when leaving the "safe zone" of subsidies.

Another equally important factor is social recognition. When households that proactively escape poverty are promptly commended and mentioned in emulation movements at the grassroots level, "escaping poverty" will no longer be a private story of each family, but will become a cherished shared value.

Finally, there is the role of local authorities. Poverty reduction officials are both policy implementers and partners with the people, inspiring their aspirations to improve their lives and supporting them in establishing themselves after escaping poverty.

Ultimately, sustainable poverty reduction is not just a matter of budget or mechanisms, but a matter of trust and social motivation. When people proactively seek to escape poverty, that's when policies have touched upon the most crucial element: awakening the spirit of self-reliance. If properly encouraged, this spirit will become a solid foundation for the journey of "leaving no one behind" to go further, on the feet of the people themselves, with the support of the State.

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