KUANTAN: Scout associations are among the means that will rally youngsters with the older generation in a group or gathering where close ties will be fostered and good values instilled, said Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob.
He added that scout activities such as jamborees see a mix of young and old.
“Good values are gradually losing their hold in society and activities by scouts can help revive the qualities.
“It can help curb social ills among youths as well,” Adnan said after accepting an appointment letter as Pahang chief scout at a hotel here recently.
The mentri besar was also awarded the scout’s highest title, Semangat Padi (The Spirit of Padi).
Among those present were national chief scout Datuk Seri Dr Shafie Mohd Salleh, national chief scout commissioner of Malaysia Kol Prof Datuk Dr Kamarudin Kachar and Pahang Scout Council chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Rashid Abdul Rahman.
Adnan also advised the secretariat to come up with commendable programmes that would really benefit scout members.
Dr Shafie, in his speech, said Scout associations would promote a sense of love and loyalty for the country.
Being the National chief scout, Dr Shafie said it was a trust empowered to him and he would ensure that the members would be given guidance to stay on the right track.
They should start young and becoming a scout member was one of the ways, he added.
Source : TheStar.com.my
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Independent spirit
BEING disabled has not dampened Mohd Bukhori Ali’s spirits one bit. He works just as hard as the next guy to achieve his dreams. A sixth former at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Hosba, Kedah, the 19-year-old believes that determination is his biggest asset.
“I have always put in 100% of effort and determination to achieve good results in school.
“I do not want to use my disability as an excuse so I strive extra hard to prove that I can do it,” Bukhori said.
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Inspired: Mohd Bukhori Ali working on a painting as school guardian and Scoutmaster Hajah Normah Mohd Yusuf looks on. |
Although born with deformed hands and legs, Bukhori has learnt to write and paint using his cheek and shoulder.
Bukhori, who is talented in painting, took the opportunity to show off the beauty of Malaysia to the world through his art at the World Village of the World Scout Jamboree 2007 in England, which he attended.
“Joining the Scout movement has helped build my confidence and self-esteem. Attending the jamboree was a dream come true for me. I’m grateful to the sponsors who believed in me and help send me to the event.”
Bukhori’s parents have been very supportive of his involvement in school activities.
Inspired by his siblings, his aspires to further his studies in university.
“All my siblings are currently studying in university, and I want to achieve the same goal, so I am working hard for my STPM examinations.
“I hope to study arts or business because they are among my favourite subjects,” he said.
“I’m really glad I have been given equal treatment and access to opportunities like education and co-curricular activities.
“I have not been discriminated against or singled out because of my disability except for tasks that require physical fitness like sports.”
As Malaysia’s 50th independence day approaches, Bukhori feels that he will not only be celebrating the freedom of his country but also his own independence – being able to do things without having to rely too much on others.
“I can be independent just like everyone else. I can to do whatever I want as long as I put my heart into it. I’m very proud to be born here because Malaysia is a safe and secure country.
“The country has advanced so much and we must continue contributing to its well-being,” Bukhori said.
Monday, July 30, 2007
Tower of bamboo, firewood and rope
| IMAGINE a tower five storeys high built out of nothing but bamboo, firewood and rope.
The tower, to be dismantled soon, was meant to be a test of their skills in line with their campfire theme of ‘breaking through their limits’, said Leong. MCA secretary-general Datuk Ong Ka Chuan launched the event on Saturday night by lighting a bonfire at the school with Bercham assemblyman Gooi Seng Teik. In his speech, he lauded the troop for organising the gather- ing that also challenged the 500 scouts in various contests of skill. The SMJK Kwong Hua Scout troop was named overall cham-pion, SMK Poi Lam’s was the best disciplined while the SMK Chan Wa scouts from Seremban were the most supportive. The contest winners were Kuen Cheng Girl’s School (backwoods cooking), SMJK Chung Hwa, Se-remban (mini gadgets), SM Sam Min 60th girl’s group (semaphore and marching), SMJK Kwong Hua’s 13th Unit Ranger Group 1 (modern cooking), SMJK Shing Chung, Sun- gai Siput, (highlight and drama) and SMK Sentosa, Kuala Lumpur (dance). Source : TheStar.com.my | |||
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
1,400 scouts gather for jamboree in Malacca
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MALACCA: Renewing friendships and forging new ones, strong bonding and camaraderie – these characteristics stood out foremost among some 1,400 scouts at the 6th edition of the Malacca Historical City Scout Jamboree recently.
Jamboree participants, especially the overseas ones, visited many historic and landmark sites in downtown Malacca via bus. They also savoured traditional and local cuisine at local food courts and hawker stalls. Asia Pacific Region Scouts chairman Eric Khoo said besides friendship and solidarity, the jamboree provided a platform for scouts to exhibit numerous gadgets, props and kits tailor-made to make scouting more versatile and in line with self-reliance. In conjunction with the jamboree, 27 local scout leaders received the Anugerah Gemilang Presiden while another 25 from Indonesia were awarded the Anugerah Presiden by Malacca Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam at a dinner in Seri Negeri, Ayer Keroh. Following the opening ceremony, Khalil bestowed King Scout awards to 59 recipients from various secondary schools in the state for Year 2006 while another 78 garnered similar awards for Year 2007. | |||
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Friday, December 22, 2006
Scouts camps to be upgraded
SCOUTS camps throughout the country will be renovated with additional infrastructure built in, said Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Azalina Othman Said.
“This will be a continuous upgrade,” she said in her speech recently when closing the 11th Malaysian Scout Jamboree.
She said the camps involved included those in Perak, Johor, Kelantan and Selangor.
She also announced that additional grants would be given to the Scouts Associa- tion of Malaysia to carry out tasks like its administrative duties.
Azalina said the ministry would continue to pay the RM126,000 annual subscription of the association to the World Scouts Movement.
She also called on the association and other non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to help the ministry in identifying the issues and problems faced by the youth today.
“Use the youth to talk to the youth and hopefully the social problems can be lessened,” she added.
She added that NGOs should not get too self-absorbed but include non-members in activities or allow them to use their facilities.
There was also a handing over ceremony to Selangor, which will host the 12th Malaysian Scout Jamboree in four years time.
In his speech, Colonel Prof Datuk Dr Kamarudin Kachar, the National Chief Scout Commissioner of Malaysia, said those who joined scouting were not found involved in social problems like drug addiction or illegal racing.
He said this was because the movement taught them positive behaviour like being pure in thoughts and deeds, patience as well as being thrifty.
“They are also not a nuisance to their parents,” he said.
Source : TheStar.com.my
“This will be a continuous upgrade,” she said in her speech recently when closing the 11th Malaysian Scout Jamboree.
She said the camps involved included those in Perak, Johor, Kelantan and Selangor.
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Chief scout Datuk Seri Dr Shafie Mohd Salleh and Dr Kamarruddin with some of the scouts from Selangor. |
Azalina said the ministry would continue to pay the RM126,000 annual subscription of the association to the World Scouts Movement.
She also called on the association and other non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to help the ministry in identifying the issues and problems faced by the youth today.
“Use the youth to talk to the youth and hopefully the social problems can be lessened,” she added.
She added that NGOs should not get too self-absorbed but include non-members in activities or allow them to use their facilities.
There was also a handing over ceremony to Selangor, which will host the 12th Malaysian Scout Jamboree in four years time.
In his speech, Colonel Prof Datuk Dr Kamarudin Kachar, the National Chief Scout Commissioner of Malaysia, said those who joined scouting were not found involved in social problems like drug addiction or illegal racing.
He said this was because the movement taught them positive behaviour like being pure in thoughts and deeds, patience as well as being thrifty.
“They are also not a nuisance to their parents,” he said.
Source : TheStar.com.my
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Disability not a deterrent for gutsy girl
NOREEDA REDHWAN, a disabled person, loves the scouts movement because it has helped her be independent.
Her determination was evident when the 16-year-old, who suffers from cerebral palsy, made the long bus trip from Penang to Negri Sembilan to take part in the 11th Malaysian Scout Jamboree.
“This is the first time I am taking part in something like this. Of course I want to be here because I want to gain experience,” said the excited Noreeda, who is with the Penang Cheshire Home.
“I like scouting because it teaches me to be independent and it is challenging. I am okay. The illness is not painful. It is just that I cannot walk.”
Noreeda became a scout three years ago and recently took part in an “agoonoree”, which is a jamboree for special scouts in Penang.
“I went canoeing ... I do what I can. Besides, there are always friends around who are willing to help me,” she added.
Noreeda also met with Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, who visited the site for a final inspection.
She is one of the 6,084 scouts who gathered at the Ulu Bendul Forest Reserve for the jamboree, which is held every four years.
This is the first time that the event is being held in Negri Sembilan. A total of 454 foreign scouts participated in the jamboree, which started on Dec 13.
Among the activities planned for the scouts were canoeing, a trek up Gunung Angsi, rafting and flying fox.
Assisting Noreeda during the jamboree was Penang Cheshire Home therapy assistant Salinder Vathi Mohandas, 27, who said those with special needs were able to participate in activities like the tele-match, flying fox and canoeing.
“They can do a lot. All they need is the chance to try,” she said.
Source : TheStar.com.my
Her determination was evident when the 16-year-old, who suffers from cerebral palsy, made the long bus trip from Penang to Negri Sembilan to take part in the 11th Malaysian Scout Jamboree.
“This is the first time I am taking part in something like this. Of course I want to be here because I want to gain experience,” said the excited Noreeda, who is with the Penang Cheshire Home.
“I like scouting because it teaches me to be independent and it is challenging. I am okay. The illness is not painful. It is just that I cannot walk.”
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Mohamad Hasan (right) meeting Noreeda as the others look on. |
“I went canoeing ... I do what I can. Besides, there are always friends around who are willing to help me,” she added.
Noreeda also met with Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, who visited the site for a final inspection.
She is one of the 6,084 scouts who gathered at the Ulu Bendul Forest Reserve for the jamboree, which is held every four years.
This is the first time that the event is being held in Negri Sembilan. A total of 454 foreign scouts participated in the jamboree, which started on Dec 13.
Among the activities planned for the scouts were canoeing, a trek up Gunung Angsi, rafting and flying fox.
Assisting Noreeda during the jamboree was Penang Cheshire Home therapy assistant Salinder Vathi Mohandas, 27, who said those with special needs were able to participate in activities like the tele-match, flying fox and canoeing.
“They can do a lot. All they need is the chance to try,” she said.
Source : TheStar.com.my
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