Monday, March 24, 2008

Le Ly Hayslip - Women's History Month


Le Ly Hayslip is Vietnamese and a survivor of the Vietnam War. Le dedicates her life to help shatterred lives of those from the war. She founded the "East Meets West Foundation", a humanitarian relief organization, which helps rebuild the lives of those who suffered from the war.

Le tries to bring a peace of mind to the warriors who fought the war at the expense of their families, jobs, and homes. She tries to encourage the former fighters to return to Vietnam to rebuild schools and medical facilities for childen, women, and the disabled --she believes that positive actions heal old wounds.

Le deserves a great mention for trying to give children a chance in Vietnam and for trying to give our brave soldiers a chance to heal!

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