On July 31^st, 2024, the "Roots-seeking Journey in China" summer camp commenced at the College of Chinese Language and Culture, Jinan University . 66 young participants from the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, and Canada gathered in Guangzhou along with their team leaders, embarking on a 10-day journey to explore their ancestral roots.

The summer camp is organized by the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese , hosted by the Guangdong Province Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese , and co-organized by the College of Chinese Language and Culture at Jinan University. The organizers expressed their hope that participants will trace the footsteps of their ancestors, learn about Lingnan culture, and witness the social and technological developments in Guangdong. They encourage the campers to share their experiences and stories of Chinese culture with their families and friends back home, acting as ambassadors of goodwill and promoting greater understanding of China and Guangdong, thereby contributing to a more harmonious world.

The summer camp focuses on Lingnan culture, featuring activities that highlight the elements of Lingnan and the unique characteristics of Guangdong. The participants will visit renowned schools, historic town of overseas Chinese , and leading enterprises in Guangdong, experiencing the vibrant Lingnan culture and the distinctive charm of Guangdong's technological advancements.

Source :Yangcheng Evening News

寻根！66名华裔青少年聚羊城

7月31日， 2024“中国寻根之旅”夏令营在暨南大学华文学院正式开营。来自美国、英国、法国、比利时、加拿大等国的66名营员及领队相聚羊城，共同开启为期10天的寻根之旅。

该活动由中国侨联主办，广东省侨联承办，暨南大学华文学院协办。活动主办方表示，希望营员们在活动中追寻祖辈足迹，学习了解岭南文化，见证广东社会与科技的发展变化，期待大家把参营中了解到的中华文化故事及时分享给住在国的家人和朋友，成为沟通中外的友好使者，让更多人了解中国，了解广东，为共同建设和谐世界作出自己的贡献。

据了解，本次夏令营以岭南文化为载体，活动编排突出岭南元素、广东特色。营员们还将前往广东名校、侨乡古镇、广东名企等探访，充分领略多姿多彩的岭南文化，感受广东科技发展的独特魅力。

文、图 | 记者 谭铮 通讯员 乔萱
译 | 郑圣浩
英文审校 | 赵凡