Shijiazhuang Volunteer Finds Hope in Pandemic’s Small Joys

Meet Zhang Yanjia – a community volunteer in Shijiazhuang City (the Chinese mainland’s Hebei Province) who’s redefining resilience during COVID-19. While distributing free anti-epidemic supplies door-to-door, he’s uncovered life’s hidden gems: 「Mom’s dumplings, Grandma’s pixelated smile on video calls, and even the community errand runner’s quick wave.」

Ordinary Magic

Zhang’s story isn’t just about masks and medicine. It’s a Gen-Z-friendly reminder that joy thrives in unexpected places. 「These 'small' moments? They’re our superpower,」 he says, describing how neighbors bond over shared challenges like Avengers assembling (minus the capes).

Strength in Community

While the outbreak tests Shijiazhuang’s resolve, Zhang highlights grassroots heroes: 「Our neighborhood committee lead organizing night shifts, students translating health guidelines – everyone’s part of this squad.」 His TikTok-worthy take? Adversity doesn’t cancel life’s playlist – it remixes it.

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Shijiazhuang volunteer: My touching moments under the pandemic

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