Northern Floods: When Social Responsibility Is Awakened

Charity is not only about giving material things, but also about preserving trust - the invaluable thing that makes society sustainable.

Severe flooding in Thai Nguyen . (Photo: Nguyen Hoan)

During the days of storms and floods in the Central and Northern mountainous regions, the whole country turns to its beloved homeland with acts of sharing. More than ever, this is the time for the social responsibility of people, businesses and celebrities to be demonstrated, spreading the spirit of "helping each other", helping people overcome natural disasters and losses, and stabilize their lives.

People's hearts turn to the flood

Every time a storm comes, the news of rising water, broken dikes, and houses being swept away… makes the hearts of people across the country tighten. Storm and flood season is a season of pain but also a season of love, of sharing hands, kindness and compassion.

On the roads, we see convoys of trucks carrying relief goods; boats sailing across the waves to each village; from the close direction of leaders to soldiers, people, businessmen, artists... together contributing a small part to share the damage, bringing comfort to our compatriots.

Every time the flood season passes, we witness many more touching stories: an old man collecting his small pension to send to people in flooded areas; a group of young people staying up all night to pack relief goods; children personally packing school supplies and books to send to friends in mountainous areas whose schools collapsed due to heavy rains. That is when we are moved when a disabled beggar in Lam Dong donates 50 thousand VND...

Amidst the myriad of beautiful images of the spirit of "the whole leaves cover the torn leaves", a big question arises: How can the good hearts of volunteers become social responsibility in themselves, not just a flash of emotion, but become a lasting value in each person and each organization? Because charity, if nurtured by a sense of social responsibility, linked to ethics, culture and sustainable development strategy, will create a long-lasting spreading power.

In recent years, many Vietnamese businesses have considered charity not only as a humanitarian activity, but also as a commitment to accompany the community. They have proactively allocated funds for social security, sponsored the construction of charity houses, supported disaster-stricken areas, and restored livelihoods after storms. Many businesses have also implemented charity programs to help people restore a safer living environment after natural disasters.

These actions demonstrate the modern thinking of social responsibility when businesses have oriented towards human values ​​and community values. It is in the most difficult moments of natural disasters that this spirit shines even brighter.

In areas deeply flooded and far from the center, the military forces of Thai Nguyen province continue to rescue the elderly and children to take them to temporary shelter. (Source: VNE)

Not only businesses, celebrities are also becoming bridges to spread kindness. In the age of social media, celebrities have great influence, their appeals can create a strong wave of support in just a few hours. Many artists, athletes, and content creators have stood up to donate, organize auctions, or directly go to flood areas to help people. They not only bring gifts but also bring spiritual encouragement, helping people in disaster areas feel that they are not left behind.

But along with influence comes responsibility. Every action, every donation needs to be done with transparency, standards and respect for the community's trust. Because charity is not just about giving material things but also about preserving trust and creating social sustainability. More than anyone, famous people need to be aware that kindness is only truly meaningful when done correctly, in the right place, at the right time and from the heart.

Each person – a bridge of compassion

Volunteer work will be truly effective when organized scientifically , planned, and coordinated. In fact, in many localities, when the government, the Fatherland Front, organizations, and businesses work together to coordinate, social resources are used more reasonably, avoiding the situation of excess in some places, shortage in others, or waste in the distribution stage.

It is important not to stop at emergency assistance, but to help people rebuild their lives by rebuilding their roofs, restoring crops, and creating long-term livelihoods. A bag of rice can save a week of hunger, but a breeding cow or a vocational course can help people recover after the storm.

Charity, in its broadest sense, is an investment in the future of people, in trust, character and the sustainability of society. When each act of helping is organized with responsibility, we are contributing to building a culture of kindness.

Not everyone can give large sums of money, but everyone can contribute in their own way. That is, sharing accurate information, spreading positive energy, donating within their means, or simply sending a word of encouragement to those who are suffering from natural disasters and floods.

In modern society, charity is no longer limited to gift packages or car rides, but has also expanded to the digital space - where each share, each act of kindness can multiply the value of kindness. That is what makes the spirit of "love others as you love yourself" become lasting in everyone's soul.

Natural disasters can sweep away homes and property, but they cannot sweep away kindness. The storm will pass, the flood will recede, but human love will remain forever. Although there are many difficulties ahead, as long as the spirit of "sharing food and clothes" continues, we will always have enough strength to stand up, rebuild our lives together, and revive the countryside that has just experienced storms. On the journey to overcome loss, social responsibility and kindness are always precious things in society...

The circulation of storm No. 11 (Matmo) combined with the Southeast wind formed a convergence zone causing heavy rain in many provinces and cities in the North. Heavy rain and serious flooding occurred over a wide area, and floodwaters on rising rivers threatened people's lives. The whole country is reaching out to people in disaster areas with sympathy and urgent relief activities.

On October 8, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh was present in Thai Nguyen province, directing the response and recovery work, visiting people and encouraging the forces on duty. The Prime Minister requested ministries and branches to closely coordinate with local authorities to speed up the recovery process of storms and floods, and quickly stabilize the situation of people in affected areas.

The Prime Minister directed the immediate implementation of urgent measures to prevent and combat floods according to the warning level; focusing on reviewing deeply flooded areas, areas at risk of landslides, flash floods and flash floods to proactively relocate and evacuate residents, ensuring the safety of people's lives above all.

Previously, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh signed Decision No. 2221/QD-TTg on providing emergency financial support to Thai Nguyen, Cao Bang, Lang Son and Bac Ninh provinces to overcome the consequences of floods, with an amount of 140 billion VND from the central budget reserve. Of which, Thai Nguyen received 50 billion VND, Cao Bang 30 billion VND, Lang Son 30 billion VND and Bac Ninh 30 billion VND.

In order to promptly rescue people in flood-hit provinces, the military deployed four rescue teams in Thai Nguyen, Cao Bang, Bac Ninh and Lang Son provinces. A total of more than 30,000 officers and soldiers, thousands of boats and rescue vehicles were mobilized; 4 tons of flood relief goods were brought to localities by helicopters of Regiment 916, aiming at people in heavily flooded areas.

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