Dr. Phan Bich Thien - Overseas Vietnamese establish scholarship fund to honour family and homeland
WVR - With the desire to continue the tradition of valuing education and overcoming challenges, Dr. Phan Bich Thien, Chairwoman of the Vietnamese Women's Forum in Europe, has decided to establish a scholarship fund named after her father, Colonel Phan Huy Thiep.
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On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of the revolutionary cadre and military historian, Colonel Phan Huy Thiep, Dr. Phan Bich Thien's family returned to their homeland in Dai Dong commune (formerly Thanh Hung commune, Thanh Chuong district), Nghe An.
The return was not only a journey to honour their roots but also an opportunity for the family to perform a meaningful gesture for the local youth.
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| Overseas Vietnamese establish scholarship fund to honor family and homeland. Dr. Phan Bich Thien representing the family speaks at the ceremony. |
Born in a land with a revolutionary tradition, Phan Huy Thiep joined the uprising movement early and enlisted in the army. With a passion for learning and determination, he self-studied while striving to acquire knowledge through formal education.
He had the honour of serving as a Korean language interpreter for President Ho Chi Minh. He consistently inspired, encouraged, and motivated his children and grandchildren to value education and become beneficial members of society. His descendants have achieved bachelor's degrees, with many earning doctorates from prestigious universities worldwide.
The Phan Huy Thiep Scholarship Fund aims to support and encourage students facing difficulties to strive in their studies, thereby nurturing dreams of knowledge in a land rich in tradition.
Annually, the Fund will collaborate with local authorities and the Women's Union to award scholarships to high school students who face challenges but strive for academic excellence.
In its inaugural year, 20 scholarships were directly awarded to 20 students at Thanh Hung Elementary School, Dai Dong commune, Nghe An. These scholarships are not only material support but also carry profound spiritual significance, serving as practical encouragement to bolster students' confidence in their educational journey.
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| 20 scholarships were directly awarded to 20 students at Thanh Hung Elementary School, Dai Dong commune, Nghe An. |
A family representative shared that the scholarship is a way to express affection for their homeland, a place that has nurtured values across generations. Despite living far from the homeland, they always look towards it and hope to contribute practically to its development. The school representative also expressed pride in Phan Huy Thiep, an outstanding son of their homeland, and gratitude for the affection his descendants have for the land of his birth.
The Phan Huy Thiep Scholarship Fund symbolizes family affection, the connection between generations, and the bond between the homeland and its expatriates. The establishment of the Fund is a beautiful testament to the spirit of “remembering the source when drinking water”, while spreading a humanitarian message about community responsibility.
