Going deep into the grassroots and staying close to the people—localities across the country are vigorously carrying out mass-themed publicity and education campaigns under the banner “A Strong Country, a Revived Nation: It’s My Responsibility.”

　Since the widespread and in-depth launch of the mass-themed publicity and education campaign “I Am Part of National Rejuvenation,” a series of thematic lectures, activities to study and promote model figures, and educational initiatives to pass down the red heritage have been vigorously held across government offices, campuses, village squares, enterprises, and online platforms, creating an enthusiastic atmosphere and ensuring that these mass‑based campaigns truly reach the grassroots and resonate with the people.

　　In Tianjin, a series of campaigns to study and promote exemplary role models has deeply ingrained the ideas that “now is the time to strive” and that “striving makes dreams come true.”

　　Recently, the 2023 “New People of Our Times Speak” campus‑wide demonstration event was held at the Tianjin Electronic Information Vocational and Technical College, where six “new people of our times” moved every listener with their inspiring stories of hard work and perseverance.

　　“As Tianjin Port has experienced rapid development, there is an urgent need to transform frontline skilled workers into knowledge-based industrial professionals. I have devoted nearly all my time and energy to acquiring new knowledge and mastering cutting-edge technologies,” said Cheng Weidong, deputy team leader of the tugboat team at Tianjin Port First Port Co., Ltd., as he passionately shared with teachers and students his journey of leading his team in technological innovation and his personal growth from apprentice to national model worker.

　　A relevant official from the Publicity Department of the Tianjin Municipal Party Committee stated that organizing the “New People of Our Times Speak” campaign—bringing it into schools, enterprises, and government institutions—is a microcosm of Tianjin’s in-depth efforts to carry out the mass‑oriented thematic publicity and education initiative “I Am Part of National Rejuvenation.” In addition to launching 87 mass‑participation activities across nine major categories—including lecture reports, the selection and promotion of model figures, citywide reading initiatives, and cultural and artistic performances—Tianjin has also fully leveraged the exemplary and leading role of advanced models by introducing the “Tianjin Role Models” program, thereby establishing clear benchmarks for emulation.

　　In Heilongjiang, a series of thematic outreach events—such as open ideological‑political classes and themed lectures—have allowed the light of ideals and convictions to shine on an ever-growing number of people.

　　“They have an average age of just 27.5, yet they resolutely chose to take root in the frontier regions, establishing a number of new disciplines and making tremendous contributions to the nation’s industrialization drive…” From October 9 to November 18, the Harbin Institute of Technology’s “Eight Hundred Heroes” Spirit Lecture Group delivered eight presentations. More than 5,800 participants—including 2023 undergraduate freshmen, newly hired faculty, ideological and political education teachers, counselors, homeroom teachers, secretaries of faculty and student Party branches, and student Party members—attended in person, collectively experiencing the inspiring spirit of “holding the greater good at heart and serving the country with utmost sincerity.”

　　“This vivid and engaging ideological and political lesson has given us a profound understanding of the inspiring experiences of earlier generations of scientific researchers. I will draw spiritual strength from them, nurture my aspiration to strengthen our country, and carry forward this torch with determination,” said Li Haoyang, an undergraduate student in the class of 2023 at Harbin Institute of Technology.

　　Zhu Donghui, Director of the Publicity and Education Division of the Publicity Department of the Heilongjiang Provincial Party Committee, stated that Heilongjiang Province regards safeguarding the nation’s “Five Major Securities” and providing robust support for major national strategies as its top priority. The province has made promoting the spiritual lineage of the Communist Party of China and the Party’s fine traditions the central focus of its thematic publicity and education campaigns, organizing a series of events—including the lecture series “A Powerful Driving Force for Revitalization and Development: Promoting the ‘Four Great Spirits’” and the touring exhibition “The Spirit of the Iron Man Passed Down Through Generations, Writing a New Chapter in the Revitalization of Longjiang”—to guide the public in strengthening their ideals and convictions.

　　In Zhejiang, youth-themed publicity and education initiatives, tailored to better meet young people’s needs, are rallying the youthful energy of the nation toward national strength and rejuvenation.

　　Recently, in Yucun Village, Anji County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province—the birthplace of the philosophy that “lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets”—the youth lecture series titled “Studying Thought Along the General Secretary’s Footsteps: Tracing the Roots, Youth Speak” has been in full swing.

　　Pan Leyu, a young speaker with the Huzhou Youth Study Group of “Study in China,” said: “When the youth are strong, the nation is strong. Today’s young people have an incredibly broad stage to showcase their talents, and the prospects for realizing their dreams are bright. I am fully confident in my work as a communicator!”

　　Since last year, Huzhou City has actively organized and carried out the mass‑based thematic publicity and education campaign “I Am Part of National Rejuvenation,” leveraging the city’s 34 grassroots lecture‑master studios and more than 700 youth study groups. Over 20,000 theoretical study sessions, on‑the‑ground research activities, and grassroots outreach events have been held, enabling young people to personally experience the truth and practical power of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, thereby further ensuring that the Party’s innovative theories resonate deeply with the public.

　　In Henan, a series of educational initiatives to carry forward the red gene have inspired cadres and the general public to uphold the red legacy and continue the revolutionary spirit.

　　“Only by embedding the spirit of heroes into our very being and etching it into our DNA can we continuously summon the strength to move forward.” On November 17, the “Shangren Shangtan” — a series of events featuring presentations on the Party’s innovative theories and the “Outstanding Henan People” role model showcase — was held at Shangqiu Institute of Technology. Zhang Xiangmei, a teacher from the Science, Culture, and History Teaching and Research Department of the Shangqiu Municipal Party School, shared the inspiring stories of heroes Yang Jingyu and Zhao Yiman, as well as an overview of the Communist Party of China’s journey of development.

　　Huang Li, Deputy Director of the Publicity and Education Division of the Publicity Department of the Henan Provincial Party Committee, stated that Henan Province has also innovated its learning approaches, leveraged online platforms, and organized the production of a series of short videos and animated shorts to enhance the quality and effectiveness of theoretical outreach. For instance, the province has launched a range of initiatives, including an exhibition showcasing outstanding videos under the theme “I Am Part of National Rejuvenation and Strength” to commemorate the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, as well as performances and activities for mass‑participation thematic campaigns on the same theme. Additionally, it has produced documentary series such as “From Yan’an to the Red Flag Canal,” achieving synchronized resonance both online and offline.

　　In Guangdong, a wide array of mass cultural activities guides people in experiencing the underlying sense of happiness in the new era.

　　On November 19, a flash‑mob choral event serving as a themed publicity and education activity was held at the Memorial Hall of the Site of the Third National Congress of the Communist Party of China. The Guangdong Experimental Middle School Choir joined Xu Baoluo, one of the nation’s “Good Youth of the New Era,” in performing the patriotic song “As I Wish.” This initiative is part of Guangdong Province’s mass‑based publicity and education campaign, “I Will Contribute to National Rejuvenation.”

　　According to a responsible official from the Publicity Department of the Guangdong Provincial Party Committee, Guangdong has been intensifying its efforts in organizing and carrying out mass-themed publicity and education campaigns under the banner “I Am Part of National Rejuvenation,” with a focus on ideological guidance, broad public participation, exemplary role models, and key target groups. Meanwhile, the 13th installment of the “Nanyue Role Models” series was released, highlighting and recognizing a number of outstanding figures, including Guangdong’s “Stars of Integrity,” “Most Beautiful People,” and Nanyue artisans. (Reporters: Bai Jiali, Yang Siqi, Li Ping, Zhang Haoran, Li Xiongying)

[Editor-in-charge: Zhou Chuqing]

Source: Xinhua Net