Vietnamese women in the Netherlands preserve Homeland identity
WVR - The Vietnam–Netherlands Cultural Exchange Day, commemorating Vietnamese Women's Day on October 20, took place at the Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands, attracting a large number of Vietnamese women and local friends.
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The event, organized by the Vietnamese Women's Association in the Netherlands, contributes to preserving national identity, strengthening community bonds, and promoting cultural exchange between the two countries.
Pride in Vietnamese values
In her opening remarks, Nguyen Lan Huong, President of the Vietnamese Women's Association in the Netherlands, shared that each Vietnamese woman in the Netherlands has her own circumstances and story, but all carry a love for family, homeland, and pride in Vietnamese values.
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| The Vietnam–Netherlands Cultural Exchange Day attracted many women from various regions of the Netherlands. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands) |
According to her, integrating into the local society does not mean forgetting one's roots. Vietnamese people can appreciate Dutch culture while preserving their national identity, thereby enriching community life. She also emphasized the Association's role in connecting, sharing, and encouraging each member to contribute according to their abilities.
The program featured musical performances and traditional costume displays. Performances of silk dances, conical hat dances, and the introduction of traditional costumes, folk costumes, and the ao tu than and ao dai brought many iconic images of Vietnamese culture to the attendees.
Notably, the performances included the participation of young Vietnamese children living and studying in the Netherlands. Costumes inspired by Dong Ho paintings, traditional attire, and regional outfits helped the younger generation better understand, love, and take pride in their roots.
Enhancing exchange and community bonds
In addition to artistic performances, the event organized a conical hat painting activity for children. Under the guidance of teachers, the children decorated hats with images of the red flag with a yellow star, flowers, and Vietnamese landscapes.
The oil painting exhibition space, featuring images of villages, lotus flowers, and Vietnamese people, also contributed to introducing the beauty of the country to international friends.
The exchange continued with songs, folk tunes, and love songs praising the homeland and country. The program was attended by Charge d'Affaires Le Gia Thinh and Trade Counselor Vo Thi Ngoc Diep, along with gift-giving activities and a lucky draw. The top prize was a pair of round-trip tickets to Vietnam, sponsored by Vietnam Airlines.
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| Many women and groups participated in the festival with numerous unique performances. (Source: Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands) |
The event concluded in a warm atmosphere with the participation of many generations of Vietnamese people and Dutch friends. Cultural, artistic, and exchange activities contributed to strengthening the bonds among community members, while also providing an opportunity for local friends to learn about Vietnam and its people.
For Vietnamese women far from home, the event was also an occasion to meet, share, and find closeness within the community. Through practical activities, the Vietnam–Netherlands Cultural Exchange Day contributes to preserving the Vietnamese language, national identity, and fostering friendship between the peoples of the two countries.
