Freedom of belief, the link between the government and ethnic minorities in Cao Bang

Cao Bang province currently has three religions: Catholicism, Buddhism and Protestantism with 23,500 followers, of which Protestantism accounts for the largest proportion with over 21,300 followers. The activities of religious organizations are basically stable, purely religious, in compliance with the law, in accordance with the charter, regulations and objectives. With the support and facilitation from authorities at all levels, the spiritual life and freedom of belief of ethnic minorities in Cao Bang are guaranteed, contributing significantly to the stability and development of the locality. These efforts help people practice their faith, contributing to building a close-knit, united and sustainable community.

Participating in Protestantism and attending activities at groups, the H'Mong people (Pac Ra hamlet, Ly Bon commune, Bao Lam district, Cao Bang province) said their lives have changed positively, and believers are close and intimate like brothers and sisters in one family.

Vietnam.vn would like to introduce to you the photo series "Freedom of belief, the link between the government and ethnic minorities in Cao Bang" by author Phan Nhat Anh. The photo series was submitted by the author to the Photo and Video Contest "Happy Vietnam", organized by the Ministry of Information and Communications.

The family of Mr. Hoang Van Sy (sitting in the middle of the green shirt), a H'Mong Protestant in Lung Mum hamlet (Thuong Thon commune, Ha Quang) shared: "For about 10 years now, with the support of the Party, State and local authorities, my family has escaped poverty."

H'Mong people in Na Ca hamlet update information on security and order in the area during a Protestant group meeting.

Mr. Hoang Van Sung, head of the H'Mong Protestant group in Na Ca hamlet, informed parishioners about the activities of the model "Self-managed religious group in maintaining security and order".

The model of "self-governing religious groups on security and order" - a bright spot in the close coordination between the government and Protestant followers in Na Ca hamlet, Pac Miau town, Bao Lam district, Cao Bang province.

Every Thursday morning and Sunday afternoon, the Protestant religious group at Mr. Hoang A Di's house (Pac Ra hamlet, Ly Bon commune, Bao Lam district, Cao Bang province) resounds with hymns and Bible teachings.

Not only a place for religious activities, Protestant groups are also places for people to meet, exchange policies of the Party and State, legal knowledge as well as share business methods, aiming for good things.

With support and facilitation from authorities at all levels, the spiritual life and freedom of belief of ethnic minorities in Cao Bang are guaranteed, contributing significantly to the stability and development of the locality.

In 2024, the Photo and Video Contest "Happy Vietnam - Happy Vietnam" will continue to be organized by the Ministry of Information and Communications in coordination with the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists on the website.   https://happy.vietnam.vn is open to all Vietnamese citizens and foreigners aged 15 and over. The contest aims to honor individuals and groups with positive information products, making practical contributions to the propaganda and promotion of a beautiful image of Vietnam to the world. Thereby helping people in the country, compatriots abroad and international friends access authentic images of the country, Vietnamese people, Vietnam's achievements in ensuring human rights, towards a happy Vietnam.

Each contest category (photo and video) has the following prizes and prize values: - 01 Gold Medal: 70,000,000 VND - 02 Silver Medals: 20,000,000 VND - 03 Bronze Medals: 10,000,000 VND - 10 Encouragement Prizes: 5,000,000 VND - 01 most voted work: 5,000,000 VND The winning authors will be invited by the Organizing Committee to attend the Award Ceremony and Award Ceremony and Certificate on live television of Vietnam Television.

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