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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Librarians association, UTM launch Braille and audio versions of 'Baca'
KUALA LUMPUR: The Librarians Association of Malaysia, in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) library, today launched Braille and audio versions of the book 'Baca' (Read) to provide reading access to visually impaired individuals. Selangor Women's Welfare and Charity Organisation (Pekawanis) president Datin Seri Masdiana Muhammad said the Braille version of 'Baca' not only introduces new reading material but also reflects a growing awareness that reading is everyone's right. "This initiative is seen as a crucial step in ensuring that every individual, including children with special needs, is not left out of activities that cultivate a culture of learning and reading. "I hope this effort will go beyond just providing Braille and audio books, but also include the creation of a friendly learning environment, well-trained teachers, and innovative assistive technology," said Masdiana, who is also the wife of Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. She was speaking during the launch of the Braille and audio versions of 'Baca' in conjunction with the 2025 Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) today. Also present was association president Dr Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil. A total of nine writers, comprising PPM members and professionals, including Hasnita Ibrahim, Digital Library Information manager at the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) were involved in writing the book. Meanwhile, Ghazali said 'Baca' is part of the transliteration campaign "Baca Celik Hati" project led by UTM library since 2000. The book compiles inspiring stories, experiences, and the spirit that forms the backbone of the librarian profession, encompassing the history of libraries in Malaysia, as well as topics such as the benefits of reading, family library management, bibliotherapy, and compulsive issues related to books. He said in 2023, through the "One Character, A Million Practices Project" (Projek Satu Aksara Sejuta Amalan) and in strategic collaboration between UTM library and PPM, 'Baca' was successfully transliterated into Braille and audio formats as part of the effort to bridge the information access gap and promote an inclusive literacy culture within the community. "This initiative is not merely a publication in different formats, it is a manifestation of the librarians' commitment to inclusive literacy, in line with the principle of 'No One Left Behind'," he said. He said the Braille copies will be distributed to selected special education schools across the country as a starting point for the long-term mission. – Bernama
Barnama
7 days ago
- General
- Barnama
PPM, UTM Launch Braille And Audio Versions Of ‘Baca' For The Blind
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The Librarians Association of Malaysia (PPM), in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) library, today launched Braille and audio versions of the book 'Baca' (Read) to provide reading access to visually impaired individuals. Selangor Women's Welfare and Charity Organisation (Pekawanis) president Datin Seri Masdiana Muhammad said the Braille version of 'Baca' not only introduces new reading material but also reflects a growing awareness that reading is everyone's right. 'This initiative is seen as a crucial step in ensuring that every individual, including children with special needs, is not left out of activities that cultivate a culture of learning and reading. 'I hope this effort will go beyond just providing Braille and audio books, but also include the creation of a friendly learning environment, well-trained teachers, and innovative assistive technology,' said Masdiana, who is also the wife of Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. She was speaking during the launch of the Braille and audio versions of 'Baca' in conjunction with the 2025 Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) at World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) today. The event was also attended by PPM president Dr Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil. A total of nine writers, comprising PPM members and professionals, including Hasnita Ibrahim, Digital Library Information manager at the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) were involved in writing the book. Meanwhile, Ghazali said 'Baca' is part of the transliteration campaign 'Baca Celik Hati' project led by UTM library since 2000. The book compiles inspiring stories, experiences, and the spirit that forms the backbone of the librarian profession, encompassing the history of libraries in Malaysia, as well as topics such as the benefits of reading, family library management, bibliotherapy, and compulsive issues related to books.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
City of Albuquerque ready to begin noise camera pilot program
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Speed cameras are now all over the metro, but a city effort to make a noisy car monitoring program has been years in the making with no solid results. Now, the city says it's ready to try again with a new company. Story continues below Crime: Parent speaks out after gun found on Albuquerque Public Schools campus Don't Miss: Which ABQ restaurants has Guy Fieri visited on 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives'? National: Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass, calls his election both a cross and a blessing The longtime, engine revving nuisance has left neighbors asking for change, including former downtown Albuquerque City Councilor Isaac Benton, who passed a resolution nearly three years ago directing the city to create a noise camera pilot project aimed at using cameras to help catch and ticket loud drivers. While some technology was tested, nothing has been installed until now. At a meeting last week, City Councilor Joaquín Baca hammered the city over why no noise camera program has been finalized. 'I know government takes a while, but I'm still waiting for my pilot program. Not my pilot program, I'm sorry, Councilor Benton's pilot program,' said City Councilor Joaquín Baca, District 2. This comes after Baca even started his own pilot project with a University of New Mexico professor last year, after the Albuquerque Police Department did a first one. Amid the pushback, the city now says it's ready to launch a Dutch company's noise cameras for another pilot by the end of the summer. 'The group they want to use, I think, has a little bit more of a track record and has been used in other localities, and data has stood up in court,' said Baca. Although it's not his first choice, Baca said he's glad to finally see progress. 'It shouldn't have had come to me. It should have happened with my predecessor, to be honest, but that said, let's just always move forward, and I'm glad it's happening,' said Baca. The city said this latest test will include three noise cameras, and they're still looking into how much it will cost. APD is also again expected to be involved in this latest project. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Borneo Post
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Tawau to host state-level Language and Literature Festival
Nizam (centre) receives the invitation letter to officiate the State-level Language and Literature Festival from Jennitah during the courtesy visit. KOTA KINABALU (Apr 24): Tawau has been selected as the host for the state-level 'Festival Bahasa dan Sastera (BAHTERA)'. The festival will take place on July 23 and 24 at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (Cina) Yuk Chin, Tawau and is expected to be officiated by the Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister, Datuk Nizam Abu Bakar Titingan. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) Sabah branch director Jennitah Noordin said that BAHTERA is a pioneering programme organised by DBP in collaboration with the Tawau District Education Office and several local agencies. 'This festival serves as a platform for language and literature enthusiasts, students and the general public to explore and appreciate the richness of language and literary works that form part of our national heritage,' she said during a courtesy visit to Nizam at his office in Menara Kinabalu on Thursday. She explained that the festival aims to uphold the national language as the primary medium of communication and to enhance appreciation for various literary forms, including poetry, short stories, novels and drama. According to her, BAHTERA not only promotes local literary works but also encourages intercultural dialogue and strengthens national identity through the appreciation of language and the arts. Among the featured activities during the festival are 'Jom, Baca dan Warnai' (Let's read and colour), Majalah Dalam Kelas (In the class magazine), the 2025 Sabah State-level Teen Forum Competition, and the Tawau Book Fair. Meanwhile, Nizam welcomed the selection of Tawau as the host of BAHTERA, noting that schools in Tawau have consistently emerged as champions in state and national-level Teen Forum Competitions. 'With this festival, we hope the younger generation will develop a greater appreciation for language and literature, thereby ensuring the preservation of cultural heritage amidst modernisation. 'BAHTERA also provides an avenue for the public to discover, understand and value the beauty and significance of both local and national literary works,' he said. In conjunction with the festival, Nizam also announced his intention to donate books to eight secondary and primary schools within the Apas constituency.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bill aims to bring more community events to downtown Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –An Albuquerque City Councilor says there's an opportunity to bring more cultural enrichment to downtown Albuquerque, while also letting fewer buildings sit empty. The KiMo theater is one of a few venues mentioned in a new bill that looks to bring more activity to performance spaces the city already owns. 'Right now, both those theaters aren't open very often,' said Albuquerque City Councilor Joaquín Baca. Story continues below Trending: ABQ family defies all odds after their fetus received a rare diagnosis Breaking: Pope Francis dies at 88 Crime: Repeat International District murder suspect facing new charges The KiMo and South Broadway Cultural Event Center are among those, city councilor Baca wants to see get used more. A bill he's introducing on Monday is looking to do just that. 'Now it's, you know, typically big shows, all of them great, but very, very few shows. I mean, it's closed most of the time, and, you know, as a public space, it's part of our community,' said Baca. The bill would be specific to a handful of performance spaces downtown, requiring them to hold a total of at least 12 events a month, which would triple the number they currently hold. 'The community is asking for the ability to put on performances to use these spaces. You know, these are public spaces. They should be used by our community,' he said. This bill is also looking to simplify how the community can rent the space. 'It would help up the price, lower the barriers to putting out a performance. You know, a lot of these communities can actually put on performances that generate revenue, but it's really hard for them to get the space rented without paying up front, even though they rely on ticket sales to pay for it,' said Baca. Baca said this could include uses besides typical shows. 'It doesn't have to just be performances. I mean, the idea has been floated through the years of having it like a museum gift shop or a place to get wine. This is more about like, let's activate those spaces. Let's not just leave them,' he said. As Baca hopes to bring the life and community engagement Baca said the KiMo used to be known for. 'I live downtown, and I used to go to the KiMo pretty regularly with my kids. There was always something going on, whether it was just the screening of a movie or a play, or there was always something. They had a big calendar over that town. That doesn't happen anymore now,' he said. If the proposal passes, the city's Arts and Culture Department would be responsible for coordinating those events and simplifying the rental process for those spaces. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
