In the face of the destructive floods that swept through Central Vietnam in late autumn of 2025, Vietnamese communities from both the homeland and across borders mobilized to provide aid and relief to those impacted by the natural disaster.
Not even oceans resting between the diaspora and mainland could deter overseas Vietnamese communities from lending their unwavering support to their homeland—if anything, this vast distance only inspired more compassion and loyalty. Thủy Vân Dance rose as one of countless groups contributing to the alleviation effort; the dance organization reached out to its California-based community and raised $1,400, and a representative of the organization, Nguyễn An Kỳ, traveled to Gia Lai to personally help families affected by the floods.
Her efforts, illustrated in a Starzone Vn article, echoed the same sentiment that countless diaspora feel: the strong sense of community and affection for their country, even after so many years of being away.
“Our homeland is where we were nurtured from the beginning, so no matter where we go or what we do, we cannot forget our responsibility to contribute and stand alongside our country,” Nguyễn An Kỳ says. Bearing loyalty for her people and carrying Thủy Vân Dance’s well wishes all the way from California, she spent her winter in Central Vietnam to deliver gifts and aid.
Original article published by StarZone.VN. Translated and rewritten by Emily Mai.
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