Empowering disadvantaged youth

The Party Committee, government, and mass organizations of Tien Hai commune always pay attention to and care for the younger generation, especially disadvantaged youth, giving them more motivation to strive for success.

Caring for the less fortunate.

In the middle of a windy afternoon by the open sea, we visited the home of Thach Phi Nhung, residing in Hamlet 1, Tien Hai Commune – a young man who has been battling epilepsy for many years. Prolonged seizures have severely weakened his health and limited his ability to care for himself. All his daily activities, from eating and hygiene to mobility, depend on his mother, Nguyen Thi My Tien. Mrs. Tien earns a living by raising fish in cages at sea and struggles to care for her son. Her face is tanned from long days at sea, and her hands are cracked from the sun and wind. “Some days I only work for a few hours before having to return home to take care of my son. Just seeing him a little healthier makes me happy! During difficult times, the local government and community organizations visit, bringing rice, a few boxes of milk, fever medicine… This is not only material support but also a sharing of strength to help me move forward,” Mrs. Tien shared.

Tien Hai Commune Youth Union presents gifts to families with disadvantaged young people. Photo: DANH THANH

A similar situation is faced by Ly Thi Thu Ha, residing in Hamlet 2, Tien Hai Commune, who suffers from cerebral palsy. Ha cannot walk steadily and her communication is limited. Ha's mother, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Diem, mainly runs a small grocery store at home and cannot travel far because she has to care for Ha. However, the meager profits are barely enough for Ms. Diem to cover the family's expenses. "I'm always afraid that my daughter's condition will worsen. Thinking about her future, I try to stay strong. My family often receives support from the commune. The Youth Union members have repeatedly mobilized benefactors to donate essential goods and nutritional milk, so I feel I'm not alone in caring for my daughter," Ms. Diem said.

Situations like that of Phi Nhung or Thu Ha are not uncommon on Tien Hai island commune. Isolated lives, difficult economic conditions, and limited access to healthcare services weigh heavily on the burdens of these families. Therefore, the programs supporting disadvantaged youth implemented by the Tien Hai Commune Youth Union are not only material assistance but also an invaluable source of moral support.

Warm bridges across the vast ocean

For many years, caring for disadvantaged youth has been a top priority for the Tien Hai Commune Youth Union. Given the difficult conditions and the fact that their lives depend primarily on the sea, supporting those with health limitations or special circumstances is especially important. Regular visits, support with rice, milk, and medicine, along with words of encouragement and sharing, have become a cherished tradition in this small island community. Mr. Tien Kim Hen, Vice Chairman of the Tien Hai Commune People's Committee, stated: “The commune always considers caring for disadvantaged youth not just a duty but a responsibility to the community. Over the past time, the Commune Youth Union has carried out practical activities to support disadvantaged youth and give them more motivation to strive forward.”

In caring for disadvantaged youth, the youth union members play a connecting and spreading role in fostering a spirit of sharing. According to Phan Thi Thuy Diem, Secretary of the Tien Hai Commune Youth Union, each disadvantaged youth on the island has their own story. Some have been ill since childhood, some lack care, and some face difficult circumstances. Therefore, the Commune Youth Union visits each home to offer encouragement during Tet (Lunar New Year), Youth Month, and summer volunteer programs. Whether it's a small gift or a few hours of help with the family, the union members always want disadvantaged youth to feel that everyone is there for them.

“We consider caring for disadvantaged youth a long-term mission. The Youth Union will continue to mobilize philanthropists to regularly visit and give gifts to disadvantaged youth. We believe that when the community works together and compassion spreads, disadvantaged youth on the island commune will have more opportunities to receive care. That is also how we can build a strong, united, and humane Tien Hai,” said Ms. Phan Thi Thuy Diem.

Amidst the vast sea and sky, Tien Hai becomes warm with human kindness spread through acts of generosity. These "bridges of love," the joint efforts of the government, organizations, and the community, help disadvantaged youth overcome difficulties and dream of a better future.

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Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/nang-buoc-thanh-nien-yeu-the-a467578.html