For a sustainable journey out of poverty

Over the years, in addition to supporting poor households, localities in Tay Ninh province have also focused on caring for near-poor and newly-escaped-from-poverty households through concrete and practical actions. Beyond livelihood support policies or preferential loan programs, localities have also partnered with and shared with poor and near-poor households through various practical models. From charitable houses and breeding cows to charitable rice donations delivered directly to them, all have contributed to providing many families with additional support, helping them gradually stabilize their lives and achieve sustainable poverty alleviation.

With the support of the local community and relatives, Ms. Le Thi Nhu was able to build a sturdy house.

Flexibility in support

Every morning, Mrs. Le Thi Anh (residing in Cau Ong Bui hamlet, An Luc Long commune) prepares rice and takes it to her sister, Mrs. Le Thi Nhu's house. Nearly 80 years old and in poor health, Mrs. Nhu is classified as a near-poor household, living primarily on the income from renting out her agricultural land. Her old house was in serious disrepair, but thanks to the government's attention and the help of Mrs. Anh's family, a new, sturdy, and spacious house has been built.

“My sister is old and frail and unable to work, so my children take care of her. She's very happy that the government has helped build her house and regularly sends her gifts and visits! The other day, the commune even suggested providing her with breeding cows to increase her income, but she declined due to her weak health. Even so, the care and concern from the government and the community warms the hearts of my whole family,” shared Mrs. Anh.

According to the People's Committee of An Luc Long commune, there are currently 12 poor households and 80 near-poor households in the commune. The majority of these households are eligible for social welfare support, elderly people living alone, or those with disabilities. Therefore, in addition to implementing livelihood support policies and facilitating access to loans for economic development, the local authorities also focus on mobilizing philanthropists, businesses, and the public to contribute to their relief efforts.

The model of donating rice monthly to households in extremely difficult circumstances has been maintained by the commune for over 10 years, becoming a deeply humane activity that helps many families find more motivation to improve their lives. These gifts, though small, contain the spirit of sharing and are a "warm flame" that warms the hearts of the poor in their struggle for survival.

Chairman of the People's Committee of Ha Minh Tuan commune said: "For households under social welfare programs, we focus on mobilizing social resources to donate gifts, support health insurance, and housing. For near-poor households of working age, the commune focuses on helping them access loan sources, diversify livelihoods, introduce jobs, and especially encourage children from disadvantaged families to continue their studies to change their future."

Thanks to flexible approaches and persistent support, many households have gradually stabilized their lives and have the opportunity to rise out of poverty sustainably. The story of Mr. Le Van Nua's family (residing in Long Thuan hamlet) is a concrete example.

Previously, his family was classified as near-poor, without land for production, and with children of school age, their finances were struggling. Thanks to government support in the form of loans and guidance on business practices, his children were able to attend school regularly and now have stable jobs. With the family's economic situation improving, Mr. Nua happily stated: "Thanks to the local government's concern, my family has achieved the life we ​​have today. We expect to be removed from the near-poor household list this year."

The "miracle" of sharing

Officials in Tan Tay commune are preparing gifts to distribute to poor and near-poor households in the area. The gifts will be delivered directly to the residents' homes by local authorities.

In many other places, similar stories are being written every day. In Tan Tay commune, the work of caring for poor, near-poor, and newly-escaped-from-poverty households is being implemented comprehensively and systematically. The Chairman of the People's Committee of the commune, Tru Vinh Thang, shared: “We pay special attention to near-poor households and those who have recently escaped poverty. In the initial stages, they still face many difficulties and need continued support to rise out of poverty sustainably. The commune focuses on disbursing loans for production development promptly, while also advising and guiding people to use the capital for the right purposes to achieve practical results.”

Thanks to this, many families in Tan Tay have made good use of the supported capital to invest in livestock farming, small-scale trading, or vocational training. Small-scale business models, such as breeding cattle, have been implemented and gradually brought stable income to near-poor and newly-escaped-poverty families, giving them more confidence in their journey to stabilize their lives.

As a single mother with a disability affecting one hand, Ms. Mai Thi Truc Ly (residing in Tan Tay commune) struggled to provide for her young child. Her family was classified as near-poor, but thanks to the local government's support, she received assistance in building a charitable house and a breeding cow. This was like a "miracle," giving her the strength to face life more confidently.

Mr. Mai Tan Ho said that the charity house and the breeding cow have given his daughter, Mai Thi Truc Ly, the motivation to strive in life. (In the photo: Mr. Ho helps Ms. Ly feed the cow while she goes to work.)

Mr. Mai Tan Ho, Truc Ly's father, said emotionally, "This new house is a dream come true for my daughter and granddaughter. Now that they have a sturdy house and a cow as capital, my daughter feels empowered. My granddaughter is also receiving support from the school and the local authorities, and she's doing quite well in school, so my daughter says that no matter how difficult things get, she will strive to support her education until she finishes school. Every day, my daughter works as a hired laborer in the neighboring commune, and in the evening she cuts grass and takes care of the cow. In just a few months, the cow has grown so fast, it's probably about to give birth!" Seeing his daughter's life gradually stabilizing, Mr. Ho couldn't hide his joy.

For Ms. Truc Ly in particular, and for near-poor and newly-escaped-poverty households in general, timely and appropriate support from the local government not only helps them materially but also instills confidence in them to "stand firm," raise their children well, and improve their family's economic situation through their own labor.

Beyond simply "giving them a fishing rod," many localities are aiming to "teach them how to fish," helping poor and near-poor households become more proactive in developing their livelihoods. Models such as savings groups, loan groups, and women's economic support groups are being widely replicated, yielding clear results.

In addition, departments, agencies, and organizations have intensified propaganda efforts to raise awareness and encourage self-reliance among households. Gradually, many households have switched to suitable crops and livestock and improved their income.

Sustainable poverty reduction efforts in communes like An Luc Long and Tan Tay are on the right track: ensuring no one is left behind while guaranteeing comprehensive social security. Each story of resilience, each renovated house, each donated breeding cow is vivid evidence of the compassion and solidarity between the government and the people.

Through these concrete and practical actions, the belief in a better life is gradually spreading. Today, these near-poor households, thanks to their own efforts and the dedicated support of the local authorities, are becoming role models for overcoming difficulties and becoming more resilient in their journey of family economic development.

Sustainable poverty reduction efforts in communes like An Luc Long and Tan Tay are on the right track: ensuring no one is left behind while guaranteeing comprehensive social security. Every story of overcoming adversity, every renovated house, every donated breeding cow is vivid evidence of the compassion and solidarity between the government and the people."

Guilin

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