When a female police officer becomes a second mother.

Amidst their busy schedules, many female commune police officers often project an image of seriousness and strength. But beneath their blue uniforms lies a warm heart, becoming a "second mother," protecting and loving orphaned children.

The police of Cho Moi commune present gifts to Le Thi Ngoc Han as part of the "Godmother" program. Photo: Ut Chuyen

In the journey of spreading love, the story of Le Thi Ngoc Han (born in 2014), residing in Long Binh hamlet, Cho Moi commune, is a prime example that deeply moves many. Han was born into extremely difficult circumstances; her mother abandoned her when she was still an infant, and her father, the sole breadwinner, unfortunately passed away due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, Han has relied on her elderly grandparents, who are in poor health, and their lives mainly depend on precarious odd jobs.

Hân's grandparents' small house was nestled deep in the fields, simple and lacking in resources. Meals were simple, and sometimes they had to scrimp and save every penny to buy extra books and supplies for Hân to go to school. Yet, despite everything, Hân remained a well-behaved, polite girl who nurtured her dream of continuing her education.

Understanding and empathizing with Hân's situation, and aiming to support, care for, and nurture orphaned children affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chợ Mới Commune Police organized a meaningful "Godmother" gift-giving program. Female police officers from the commune directly visited and encouraged Hân's family, presenting practical gifts including rice, essential goods, school supplies, and support for living expenses. Although the material value is not great, it represents timely sharing and valuable moral support for these underprivileged children.

Upon receiving the attention, Han couldn't hide her emotion. Her small hands clutched the gift tightly as she shyly shared, "I'm very afraid of having to drop out of school because my family can't afford it. I'm very grateful for the police officers' care and support. I will try my best to study hard so as not to disappoint my grandparents and the officers." Her clear eyes shone with hope, a belief in the future despite the many difficulties in her life.

Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, Deputy Head of the Cho Moi Commune Police, said: “These children may lack family affection, but they are not alone. We will always accompany and support them so that they have better conditions for learning and development. We consider caring for orphaned children and those in difficult circumstances not only a duty but also a responsibility from the heart. We hope that this companionship will help them gain more confidence and motivation to strive in life, continue to study well, and become useful members of society.”

Tran Vu Thien Duy (born in 2014), residing in Ba Dinh hamlet, Vinh Binh commune, is also a case that evokes much sympathy. Orphaned at a young age, Duy currently lives with his elderly grandmother, struggling to make ends meet. His childhood is filled with helping his grandmother with household chores, yet his eyes always shine with a longing to study and grow up like his peers.

Understanding his situation, the local police included Duy in their "Godmother" program, providing him with a monthly allowance of 1 million VND. Besides giving practical gifts, the female police officers also regularly visit and encourage him, becoming a source of emotional support to help him become stronger in life. This care partially compensates for the lack of family affection. "I am very grateful to the female police officers for helping me. I will give this money to my grandmother to help with living expenses and my studies. I will try my best to study well so as not to disappoint everyone," Duy expressed.

The care and protection of these "second mothers" have partly filled the emotional void, instilling confidence and strength in orphaned children to confidently go to school and look towards the future. Through these simple yet humane actions, compassion spreads, making life warmer and more meaningful.

UT CHUYEN

Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/khi-nu-cong-an-tro-thanh-nguoi-me-thu-hai-a484807.html