HaNhi Tran, a senior manager at the Vietnamese American Service Center (VASC), reflects on her family's harrowing refugee journey after the Vietnam War. VASC promotes community healing and awareness through events like those marking the 50th anniversary of Black April. Tran acknowledges the importance of sharing these stories for younger generations, yet echoes advice from Vo: the youth should not feel pressured to heal their elders, who have endured trauma, but rather listen attentively as they share their experiences.
Recollecting her family's harrowing journey as refugees after the Vietnam War brings up deep emotions for HaNhi Tran, showcasing the personal impact of historical trauma.
HaNhi Tran emphasizes that while younger generations must respect their elders, they shouldn't feel pressured to bear the burden of healing their traumas.
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