The beautiful women who "ignite the flame" in the border region.

In the remote border regions, there are women who are quietly dedicating themselves with all their heart and love. They are teachers who stay in remote villages to spread literacy in the mountains, Youth Union officials who inspire enthusiasm in young people, and dedicated healthcare workers who care for the health of the people in the highlands... In their simple lives, despite many hardships, women in border areas have been and are still kindling hope, nurturing knowledge, and spreading love.

Amidst the vibrant activities of the youth in the mountainous region of Pha Long, one always encounters the familiar figure of Ms. Vang Thi Khu - Secretary of the Pha Long Commune Youth Union - a beautiful and dynamic young leader.

As a Hmong woman born and raised in this very land, Ms. Khu understands the customs, traditions, and concerns of the youth in the highlands. This understanding has become the driving force behind her dedication and commitment to the Youth Union with all her enthusiasm and responsibility. Together with the Executive Committee of the commune's Youth Union, she effectively maintains volunteer activities for the community, such as environmental sanitation campaigns, supporting people in switching crops and livestock, and building economic models suitable to local conditions. The content of the Youth Union branch's activities has been reformed to be more relatable, incorporating legal education, life skills training, and career guidance, helping young people become more confident in establishing themselves and their careers.

Not only is Ms. Khu a passionate Youth Union official, but she is also a skilled legal communicator, contributing to Pha Long Commune's Youth Union winning first prize at the 2025 Festival of Excellent Legal Communicators in promoting and advocating against child marriage and consanguineous marriage. In addition, she actively connects with and organizes charitable programs, giving gifts to children and poor households in the area, contributing to spreading the spirit of compassion and sharing in the community.

These efforts have significantly contributed to the overall achievements of the youth of Pha Long. In 2025, the commune's Youth Union was honored to be one of 13 out of 104 units awarded the Flag of Excellence in Youth Union work and youth movements by the Executive Committee of the Lao Cai Provincial Youth Union. This achievement is a well-deserved recognition of the unity and creativity of the collective of cadres, union members, and young people, including the pivotal role of the Secretary of the Commune Youth Union, Vang Thi Khu.

Having been dedicated to the highlands since graduating from medical school, Ms. Vang Thi Din, a health worker at the Nam Chay Sub-station of the Muong Khuong Commune Health Station, has become a trusted support for the local people whenever they are ill. Graduating from the Lao Cai Medical High School in 2011, she began working in Nam Chay and has remained there ever since. For more than a decade, she has devoted herself wholeheartedly to the cause of caring for and protecting the health of the people in this challenging highland region.

At the Nam Chay Sub-station, she is in charge of population and development work and directly implements many health programs. Despite the large area and difficult transportation, Ms. Din and her colleagues are undeterred, staying close to the community, regularly visiting each village to identify target groups, encourage pregnant women to have regular check-ups, promote family planning, and gradually raise people's awareness of health care. She promptly grasps the disease situation, guides people on how to prevent it, and patiently explains and persuades people to bring their children for vaccinations with sincerity and responsibility. Thanks to this, the people of Nam Chay consider her like a family member. Following Ms. Din to Coc Ram village, we clearly felt this close bond. In her simple wooden house, she gently examines an elderly woman, kindly inquires about her health, and meticulously instructs her on how to take her medication on time and advises on a proper diet.

In each communication session, she always chooses a relatable and easy-to-understand approach, incorporating local customs and traditions to make it easier for people to grasp the message. Thanks to this perseverance, population and development work in Nam Chay has gradually improved, and people's awareness of health care has been increasingly raised.

Having worked at the facility for over 10 years, Ms. Vang Thi Din still maintains her passion for the profession, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to each shift and each examination. Her enthusiasm and responsibility not only contribute to improving the quality of primary healthcare for the people but also spread a positive image of healthcare workers in the highlands.

Committed to the challenging mountainous commune of Trinh Tuong, Ms. Nguyen Thi Xim, a teacher at Trinh Tuong Kindergarten, is not only dedicated to the cause of "nurturing future generations" but also actively participates in and connects with many meaningful charitable activities.

With dedication to her profession, Ms. Xim has held key positions for many years, including team leader and deputy team leader in the professional field. Regardless of her role, she has always excelled in her assigned tasks. From the 2021-2022 school year to the 2024-2025 school year, her professional record has consistently been rated "good," her teaching hours have been rated "excellent," and her initiatives and methods for caring for and educating children have all received A ratings. She has also been awarded the title of "Advanced Worker" and recognized for outstanding performance in her duties for many years.

Not only dedicated to her profession, teacher Nguyen Thi Xim also stands out for her sense of responsibility towards the community. In September 2024, when Typhoon No. 3 caused heavy rain, flash floods, and serious landslides in the area, she actively connected with, appealed for, and directly led charitable groups to support the people and schools in Trinh Tuong commune. In a short time, through her connections, thousands of gift packages, along with necessities, cash, and essential equipment, were delivered directly to the people in the villages of Lao Chai, Sin Chai, Ta Co Thang, San Ho, etc., as well as students at various schools, contributing to helping people quickly stabilize their lives after the natural disaster.

Entering the 2025-2026 school year, as some schools continue to be affected by storms and floods, she continues to call on charitable organizations to support the provision of facilities, boarding school supplies, warm blankets, rice, and essential goods for students. These gifts, though simple, contain profound compassion, helping the children in the highlands have safer learning and living conditions. With her professional efforts and social responsibility, Ms. Nguyen Thi Xim has been recognized as an exemplary figure in the emulation movement for the 2021-2025 period in Trinh Tuong commune.

In the remote and challenging highlands, the image of teacher Nguyen Thi Xim, dedicated to her classroom and busy coordinating charitable transportation, has become a beautiful symbol of responsibility, compassion, and unwavering dedication. These quiet acts not only contribute to improving the quality of education but also spread love and instill confidence, helping the Trinh Tuong region to flourish.

Regardless of their position, the women of the highlands always dedicate themselves with responsibility and love. They not only perform their assigned duties well but also silently spread positive spirit, inspiring a desire for self-improvement within the community, thus portraying a beautiful and admirable image of highland women today.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/nhung-bong-hong-thap-lua-mien-bien-vien-post895313.html