USSH campers take a photo with BSRU Traditional Arts students at the Opening Ceremony of the program.
The program was designed and organized with many interesting and useful experiential activities to learn about Thai culture - a place with many unique traditional cultural values, known as the "Land of Smiles". Here, campers from many countries participated in many exchange activities and shared cultural knowledge, bringing the community of member countries closer together.
USSH campers in traditional Thai cake making class
USSH campers and other countries when visiting the Grand Palace of Thailand
Sharing about the program, Chu Thi Phuong Anh, a student at the Institute of Journalism and Communication, said: “Through the activities of the youth camp, I have discovered more about the culture and people of different countries in the ASEAN+3 bloc, which seem completely different but still have interesting interactions. I was most impressed with the ASEAN+3 Dialogue, where I listened to presentations imbued with the national identity of each country, from which I further understood that: ASEAN+3 is a diverse cultural community but together aiming for development in an integrated and sustainable environment.”
USSH campers introduce Vietnamese culture to international friends
Bui Tran The Anh - a student of the Faculty of International Studies shared: “This is indeed a very meaningful trip for me and has left me with many memories. Although we only had 7 days to get to know and exchange with friends from other countries, we have built very close relationships. I believe that by organizing and participating in this ASEAN +3 youth camp, the relationship and friendship between countries will become increasingly stronger; the exchange and interaction activities will create positive values for young people from many countries to work together to build a common prosperity while still preserving and promoting the unique cultural features of each country.”
Representatives of the countries took a souvenir photo after the art performance.
As a second-year student of the Faculty of Psychology, and also the youngest member of the Vietnamese delegation this time, Mai Hong Giang excitedly shared: “During the preparation and participation in the ASEAN+3 program, in addition to acquiring knowledge about the cultures of other countries, I had the opportunity to learn more about and explore the Vietnamese identity in the context of international exchange and integration; at the same time, I reflected on and recognized that identity in myself - realizing that the way I make friends, the way I speak, the way I think, and even my small daily actions, all bear the mark of the national culture. From there, I understand more, am more proud of, and love Vietnam more. I really hope that I will continue to have the opportunity to participate in international exchange programs, and I also believe that similar activities will be truly memorable and rewarding experiences for all students. So if you have the opportunity, please feel free to apply (the secret is to be diligent, calm, and confident enough). then will definitely win!!!)”
USSH campers proudly introduce Vietnam's image to international friends
Certainly, after returning from the ASEAN+3 Youth Camp this year, the young people have accumulated more knowledge about the cultures of the countries as well as more national pride of their own.
Let's take a look back at the images of USSH campers at the ASEAN+3 Youth Camp 2023 in Thailand!
Author: Nguyen Anh Duong - Psychology student, 1 camper attending this year's camp. Dai Huu BT
