PVSM Organizes "Journey of Gratitude and Aspiration" Program at Vạn Tường Commune
In commemoration of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day (July 27, 1947-2026), the Youth Union and Veterans Association of PVSM - a subsidiary of Petrovietnam - collaborated to organize a program titled "Journey of Gratitude and Aspiration" at Vạn Tường Commune, Quảng Ngãi Province.
Background and Significance of the Program
July 27th is an annual occasion for the entire nation to express gratitude for the significant contributions made by previous generations who sacrificed their blood and lives for the independence and freedom of the country. The "Journey of Gratitude and Aspiration" program organized by PVSM not only serves as an activity to encourage and visit families of policy, war invalids, and martyrs but also provides an opportunity for the younger generation to continue revolutionary traditions, promote patriotic spirit, and nurture aspirations for national development.
Main Activities in the Program
The program featured numerous meaningful activities that demonstrated PVSM's deep respect for families who contributed to the revolution. Notable activities included:
- Visiting and presenting gifts to policy families, war invalids, and martyrs' families in Vạn Tường Commune
- Organizing a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the commune's Martyrs' Memorial
- Organizing cultural and sports exchanges between PVSM's youth union and local youth
- Participating in volunteer activities to improve the local environment
- Sharing experiences and providing vocational skills training for local youth
Details of Gratitude Activities
Within the framework of the program, PVSM's working delegation visited and presented gifts to 50 policy families, war invalids, and martyrs' families in Vạn Tường Commune. Each gift consisted of material items and cash, expressing PVSM's profound concern for the livelihood of these families.
Mr. Nguyen Van A, Chairman of the PVSM Veterans Association, shared: "We are always aware that today's achievements are thanks to the blood and sacrifices of previous generations. Therefore, caring for policy families is not only our responsibility but also the deep gratitude of PVSM's younger generation."
Heritage and Tradition Education Activities
At the Martyrs' Memorial in Vạn Tường Commune, the delegation organized a solemn wreath-laying ceremony, showing respect and gratitude to the heroic martyrs who sacrificed themselves for the national liberation cause. Subsequently, the delegation visited local historical relics and listened to stories about the heroic exploits of Vạn Tường's soldiers and people in various resistance wars against foreign invaders.
Ms. Tran Thi B, Deputy Secretary of the PVSM Youth Union, stated: "Through heritage activities, we hope PVSM's younger generation will better understand the nation's glorious history, thereby gaining more motivation to strive and contribute to the development of the company and the country."
Exchange and Community Support Activities
In addition to gratitude activities, PVSM organized numerous exchange and practical support activities for the local community. Specifically:
| Activity | Content | Number of Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Giving | Books, stationery, and learning equipment | 100 students |
| Construction | Upgrading children's playground | 500 residents |
| Medical | Free health check-ups and medicine distribution | 200 people |
| Consultation | Vocational skills guidance | 50 youth |
Significance and Message
The "Journey of Gratitude and Aspiration" program not only focused on material activities but also aimed to educate gratitude, patriotic spirit, and civic responsibility for PVSM's younger generation. Through the program, PVSM hopes to spread the message of deep gratitude to previous generations while inspiring the aspirations of the younger generation in the cause of national construction and development.
Mr. Le Van C, General Director of PVSM, emphasized: "PVSM has always identified social activities, especially programs to honor war invalids and martyrs, as one of its key tasks. We will continue to maintain and develop these activities, contributing to preserving the nation's fine traditions and building PVSM into a cultural and responsible enterprise for the community."
Conclusion
The "Journey of Gratitude and Aspiration" program organized by PVSM at Vạn Tường Commune, Quảng Ngãi Province, was successfully conducted, leaving deep impressions in the hearts of local people and PVSM's officers and employees. The activity not only reflected the Vietnamese tradition of "remembering the source of the water you drink" but also affirmed the social responsibility of a state-owned enterprise like PVSM in caring for the lives of families who contributed to the revolution.
Through the program, PVSM's younger generation had the opportunity to learn and absorb revolutionary traditions, thereby forming good character and aspirations to contribute to the development of the company and the country.
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