The movement "All people unite to build cultural life" has become a cornerstone of community development in Lac Son district, aligning with national rural development goals and local patriotic initiatives.
A shining example of this effort is Hau Nghi street in Vu Ban town, where 338 households from four ethnic groups work together to enhance both their living conditions and social environment. The residents have embraced initiatives that foster economic growth, environmental sustainability, and lawfulness.
In 2023, the street's average per capita income exceeded 58 million VND (2,400 USD), reflecting the tangible benefits of their collective efforts.
Thuong Coc commune, where 98% of its population are Muong ethnics, has also strongly adopted the movement. Local authorities have promoted cultural preservation by forming 14 art performance teams and various clubs aimed at sustaining traditional practices.
A standout project in Cao hamlet saw the installation of streetlights and the creation of 600 meters of flower-lined roads, transforming the hamlet’s appearance while fostering community spirit.
Nguyen The Hung, head of Lac Son's culture department, emphasised that the movement has been instrumental in preserving the local cultural heritage, including Muong gongs, folk traditions, and other intangible asset.
By promoting cultural unity across different ethnic groups, the initiative has bolstered both social cohesion and economic development.
In 2023, 88.5% of residential areas and 86.6% of households in Lac Son were recognized as cultural communities, underscoring the movement's broad impact on the district’s progress and stability.
In Muong Chieng commune, Da Bac district, many people know Sa Van Cam, who is dedicated to preserving and promoting ancient Tay script. He has collected, documented and opened classes to teach this script, contributing to the preservation of the Tay ethnic cultural values in Muong Chieng commune and Hoa Binh province.
Established in 2013, Chieng Chau Brocade Weaving and Service Cooperative (Chieng Chau Commune, Mai Chau) now has 21 members and around 80 additional employees outside the cooperative working on orders. After overcoming many challenges, the cooperative has gradually asserted its position in the market, providing the stable jobs for many Thai ethnic women in the commune. Recently, with the dedication and determination, these Thai women have continuously innovated and worked hard to preserve their traditional craft, bringing culturally rich products to both domestic and international tourists.
With his love for traditional musical instruments, at the age of over 60, artisan Hoang Van Vien, Gieng Xa hamlet, Cu Yen commune (Luong Son), still maintains his passion and enthusiasm. He actively participates in performing folk songs and dances, and teaches Muong gongs to younger generations with a desire to preserve and promote traditional cultural values.
The Provincial People's Committee Office issued the Official Document No. 9958/VPUBND-NVK on October 15th, 2024, regarding the adjustment of certain contents in the plan for organizing the Week of the 2024 Culture - Tourism of Hoa Binh province.
The northern province of Hoa Binh has paid much attention to preserving and promoting the traditional cultural values of ethnic minority groups in recent years. A new point in its preservation efforts is to build "living museums" in each ethnic communities, promoting endogenous strength to preserve and promote the value of cultural heritage.
Having applied himself to researching and preserving traditional culture, Meritorious Artisan Bui Huy Vong in Huong Nhuong commune, Lac Son district, has won high regard from many people for his dedication to the Muong ethnic culture.
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