Amidst the myriad of difficulties, the image of working groups of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor and local trade unions at all levels, promptly present at the flood center, handing out each gift to union members, workers and people in affected areas has become a beautiful symbol of the spirit of "the healthy leaves cover the torn leaves" - a fine tradition of the nation that has been deeply imbued with the blood and blood of the trade union organization.
With more than 10 billion VND mobilized from union financial resources and contributions from cadres, civil servants, public employees, and workers throughout the system, this flood-affected support activity shows the power of compassion being transformed into concrete, practical actions.
The gifts, each charity trip carrying dozens of tons of necessities from Can Tho to Thai Nguyen, from central agencies to Hue, Quang Tri, Da Nang... all carry the warm message: "Where there are workers, there are trade unions".
Not only stopping at material gift packages, the presence of union officials in disaster areas also has great spiritual value. That is an encouragement, an encouragement to help workers feel warm and not feel alone in the face of loss.
In particular, the power of compassion in the Trade Union organization is not only demonstrated in timely response, but also in the way the spirit of sharing is spread throughout the system. From central-level trade union officials to grassroots levels, from flood workers to workers in unaffected areas, everyone can contribute a small part to create great value. That is a valuable "social capital", nurtured by trust, empathy and community spirit.
Relief activities of trade unions at all levels in natural disasters for many years have been an important part of the material and spiritual care for union members and workers. And this is what makes the identity of the Vietnamese working class unique, which is solidarity, love and solidarity.
The storm and flood will pass, but beautiful images of union officials wading through water, giving gifts to poor workers, or charity buses stretching across the country will remain in the hearts of union members and workers, helping them overcome difficulties, restore their lives and production activities.
Compassion, consensus, timely sharing, and being present at the right time when union members and workers need it most are the foundations for a strong, humane and close union organization.
