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Free Malaysia Today
18-05-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Moves to boost non-Malay enrolment in Tabika Perpaduan
The government-sponsored Tabika Perpaduan kindergartens are open to all children, said the director-general of national unity and integration department. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The national unity and integration department is working closely with the education ministry to think of ways to increase the number of non-Malay children enrolled in 'Tabika Perpaduan' preschools. The department's director-general, Che Roslan Che Daud, said enrolment in these preschools remained overwhelmingly Malay, making up 26,835 of the total 34,889 pupils, or 77%, as of February. Chinese and Indian children make up only 1.3% and 5.6% respectively, while children of other ethnicities make up the rest. Roslan said his department is planning to hold outreach programmes and awareness campaigns to boost non-Malay enrolment and ensure a more balanced makeup in these preschools, Bernama reported. He said they also plan to integrate the department's unity-focused module in other kindergartens registered with the government. 'We believe that the best way to foster unity among Malaysians is to start young, which is why we're urging all communities to be part of this effort,' he was quoted as saying. Roslan said some non-Malay parents may have misconceptions about Tabika Perpaduan preschools, and assumed that the preschools were meant only for Malay children. 'That's not true. The word 'perpaduan' (unity) itself reflects inclusivity. It is open to all and we want to correct this misunderstanding.' First introduced in 1976 under Putrajaya's community relations plan, there are currently 1,781 Tabika Perpaduan preschools across the country.
Barnama
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Parents Of All Backgrounds Encouraged To Enrol Children In Tabika Perpaduan
BUTTERWORTH, May 18 (Bernama) -- The National Unity and Integration Department (JPNIN) is encouraging parents of all ethnic backgrounds to consider enrolling their children in Tabika Perpaduan, a preschool initiative designed to foster interethnic understanding from an early age. Although open to all communities, enrolments remain overwhelmingly Malay, with department figures showing they made up nearly 77 per cent, or 26,835 out of 34,889 pupils, as of February. JPNIN director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud said the kindergartens aim to serve as a foundation for national unity, incorporating structured lessons on values such as mutual respect and the principles of the Rukun Negara alongside the standard curriculum. He acknowledged that there may still be misconceptions about the purpose and inclusiveness of the programme, with some assuming the schools cater only to Malays. 'That's not true. The word Perpaduan (unity) itself reflects inclusivity. It is open to all and we want to correct this misunderstanding,' he told reporters after officiating the 2025 Teacher's Day celebration for Tabika and Taska Perpaduan here today. Currently, Chinese and Indian students account for 1.3 per cent and 5.6 per cent of total enrolment respectively, with the remainder from other ethnic groups, according to official data. Che Roslan said JPNIN is working closely with the Education Ministry to explore ways of expanding the programme's reach and integrating its unity-focused module into other registered preschools. He added that outreach efforts would also be stepped up, including public awareness campaigns and engagement at state level to help ensure more balanced participation. "We believe the best way to nurture unity is to start young, which is why we're urging all communities to be part of this effort," he said.
Barnama
18-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Youths Urged To Join SRS To Boost KRT Security And Foster Unity
ARAU, May 18 (Bernama) -- Youths have been urged to join the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) initiative, which plays a key role in enhancing security within Neighbourhood Watch Areas (KRTs) and fostering a spirit of unity in the community from a young age. Director-general of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud, said that youths' involvement in the SRS could help develop a sense of responsibility and concern for security in their respective residential areas. 'We strongly encourage youth involvement in SRS so they not only care about the security of their residential areas but also foster a spirit of unity and volunteerism from a young age. SRS is open to individuals aged 18 and above, and the government provides annual protection contributions for members,' he said.
The Sun
18-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Youths urged to join SRS to boost KRT security and foster unity
ARAU: Youths have been urged to join the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) initiative, which plays a key role in enhancing security within Neighbourhood Watch Areas (KRTs) and fostering a spirit of unity in the community from a young age. Director-general of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud, said that youths' involvement in the SRS could help develop a sense of responsibility and concern for security in their respective residential areas. 'We strongly encourage youth involvement in SRS so they not only care about the security of their residential areas but also foster a spirit of unity and volunteerism from a young age. SRS is open to individuals aged 18 and above, and the government provides annual protection contributions for members,' he said. He said this to reporters after officiating the Jom Ronda SRS Bersepadu and the state-level 1 Family 1 SRS Member 2025 campaign here last night. Che Roslan added that there are currently 5,431 SRS teams involving 8,529 KRTs with a total of 108,620 members nationwide. In Perlis alone, 142 KRTs have been established, with 97 active SRS teams recorded. 'JPNIN is also implementing 'Meremajakan SRS', a rejuvenation initiative that introduces the MySRS application to facilitate patrol reporting and security case monitoring, along with upgrading SRS team equipment such as safety jackets and tactical flashlights,' he said. Additionally, the 1 Family 1 SRS Member campaign, especially in the border of four states of Kelantan, Perlis, Kedah, and Perak, is being actively strengthened to enhance community security. He emphasised that SRS is not just an ordinary patrol but symbolises the spirit of safeguarding the area against crime and social disharmony.
Borneo Post
06-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Utilise social media to expand products' reach, KRTs encouraged
Che Roslan tries his hands at beadwork embroidery, guided by one of the women artisans. KAPIT (May 6): Members of the Neighbourhood Committee (KRT) are encouraged to use social media market their products and services, especially handicrafts and agro-based products. In giving this advice, Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN) director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud calls upon them to make full use of platforms such as Facebook and TikTok to expand their market reach. 'Instead of the conventional way of displaying products at the stall or a shop, use social media to reach out to potential customers from near and far. 'Social media can help communities to market their products more widely, without requiring high extra costs,' he said in his speech for the 'Santuni Madani' and 'Progressive RT' programme at KRT Sungai Banyau in Baleh last weekend. Earlier, Che Roslan said KRT Sungai Banyau received a grant of RM123,000 last year, and had since been actively carrying out various projects meant to benefit the community. 'Among the ongoing projects are the handicraft 'manik' (beads) works by the KRT womenfolk, and also the setting-up of a 'pondok' (patrol booth) for the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS), made as the centre of operations, where the volunteers gather before conducting patrol around their neighbourhood at night. 'Any KRT interested in applying for a grant under the Progressive RT initiative, can contact the JPNIN Kapit Office on 084-798 522, or go to Che Roslan also said apart from physical assistance, JPNIN would also encourage residents to make full use of the nearby National Information Dissemination Centre (Nadi) to undergo training on digital marketing and also on social media technology. On a relevant matter, he also called upon all KRTs in the country to join in the celebration of the 50th anniversary of KRT by conducting various community programmes that could strengthen the spirit of unity and togetherness amongst the local community. Meanwhile, those interested in ordering the beadwork handicrafts can contact KRT KRT Sungai Banyau secretary Patricia Rendah on 011-2920 5436. Also present at the weekend event were JPNIN Sarawak director Dirwana Azool, JPNIN Kapit officer Lau Siew Yen, Sungai Banyau longhouse chieftain Jampong Meng, and KRT Sungai Banyau chairman Jawi Medan. Agro-based industry Che Roslan Che Daud Handicrafts KRT
