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Daily Express
23-05-2025
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- Daily Express
Research on a forgotten Sabah female warrior
Published on: Friday, May 23, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 23, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: Azizah and some local leaders. BEAUFORT: A long-forgotten female warrior of Sabah's past is finally being brought into the spotlight, following the launch of a historical study titled 'Srikandi Dang Insum: Women's Heroism in the History of Sabah'. The study, initiated by the Institute for Development Studies (IDS) Sabah, was officiated by IDS Chairperson Datuk Seri Azizah Mohd Dun, here, on Wednesday. Azizah said the research aims to document the legacy of Dang Insum, a lesser-known yet symbolically powerful female figure remembered for her courage, wisdom and leadership. 'This study is not merely an effort to revisit the past. It is about restoring the voices and roles of women in the narrative of Sabah's development, defence and civilisation,' she said during the launch. She described Dang Insum as a woman of strength and integrity, whose contributions have long been overlooked in mainstream historical records dominated by male figures. Highlighting the presence of a memorial monument dedicated to Dang Insum in Kampung Padas Damit, Azizah called for the site to be recognised as a heritage attraction and developed into a historical and cultural tourism destination. Advertisement 'The monument is more than just a marker of remembrance. It has the potential to become a significant heritage site which is similar to the Mahsuri Mausoleum in Langkawi,' she said. She urged relevant government bodies including the District Office, Sabah Museum, State Archives and the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) to support efforts in preserving and promoting the site. Azizah highlighted the importance of incorporating digital innovation in heritage preservation. She proposed developing interactive digital content based on the findings of the study, such as virtual exhibitions, QR codes embedded with historical information, digital storytelling platforms and on-site interpretive panels and community-based educational activities. 'We hope the monument can be transformed into a meaningful educational tourism site with a complete with interpretive boards, a small gallery, and community engagement, so that the story of Dang Insum lives on in the hearts of Sabahans,' she said. She believes this project can help grow the local economy by attracting tourists from within the country who appreciate history and culture. She also urged that the Dang Insum monument in Kota Makarang be officially declared a Historical Heritage Site, emphasising that this recognition could create new tourism opportunities and support local businesses. 'I encourage the Beaufort District Office and Sabah Museum to act quickly to get this heritage status approved, so our plans and hopes can come true,' she said. The study is expected to culminate in the publication of a book chronicling the life and contributions of Dang Insum, which could serve as a reference for academics, educators and the public. Azizah hopes that the project would spark broader efforts to highlight the stories of other women who played significant roles in shaping Sabah's past. 'These women were not mere bystanders in history, but they were pillars of strength in our society. Their stories deserve to be told,' she said. She also extended gratitude to the team of researchers involved in the project and appealed to all stakeholders for their continued support in completing and publishing the study. Also present were Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Ruslan Muharam, GRS Women's Coordinator for Zone 3 Datuk Surinam Sadikun, Sabah Museum Director Arif Abd Hamid and District Officer Mohd Nazri Ajun. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
18-05-2025
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- Borneo Post
Study to honour Sabah's warrior woman Dang Insum
Dr Ramzah Dambul KOTA KINABALU (May 18): The Institute for Development Studies (Sabah) (IDS), in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perlis, will launch a historical research project entitled Srikandi Dang Insum: Women's Heroism in Sabah's History on May 21 at Hotel Gem, Beaufort. In a statement on Sunday, IDS Chief Executive Officer Datuk Ts. Dr Ramzah Dambul said that the study aims to document the historical struggle of a local female figure academically, Dang Insum, who led resistance efforts against the British North Borneo Chartered Company (BNBC) in North Borneo (now Sabah) in the late 19th century. 'Sabah's history is rich with heroic stories of the fight for independence, yet much of it still exists in the form of oral traditions, performing arts, and folklore,' he said. 'Therefore, through this study, IDS and its strategic partners are taking a proactive step to authentically and with integrity record the courage and leadership of female figures like Dang Insum. This is an important effort to ensure that the roles and contributions of women in Sabah's history are recognised and integrated into the state's historical discourse as a reference for future generations,' he added. He further stated that this figure is not only significant to the history of the Beaufort District but also symbolises the fighting spirit of Sabah's women during the British colonial era. The study also has the potential to lay the foundation for the development of history and heritage-based tourism products, thereby strengthening local identity and empowering the youth's sense of pride. The launch event will be officiated by the chairperson of IDS, Datuk Seri Panglima Hajah Azizah Binti DSP Mohd. Dun. The programme will include a site visit to the Dang Insum monument in Padas Damit, as well as a research briefing session delivered by the study's lead researcher. For further information about this programme, please contact the Programme Coordinator, Hjh Royaini Matusin, via email at [email protected] or call 088-450 500.
Daily Express
18-05-2025
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- Daily Express
Study of Sabah heroine Dang Insum to launch May 21
Published on: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 18, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: The Institute for Development Studies (Sabah), in collaboration with UMS and UiTM Perlis, will launch a historical research project titled Srikandi Dang Insum: Women's Heroism in Sabah History on May 21 at Hotel Gem, Beaufort. IDS CEO Datuk Ts. Dr. Ramzah Dambul said the study aims to formally document the legacy of Dang Insum, a local heroine who led resistance against the British North Borneo Chartered Company in the late 19th century. Advertisement Much of Sabah's historical narratives remain oral or artistic, he noted. This initiative seeks to preserve and recognize the contributions of women in Sabah's history, especially as a reference for future generations. It also has potential to support heritage-based tourism and youth identity development. The launch will be officiated by IDS Chairperson Datuk Seri Azizah Mohd Dun and will include a visit to Dang Insum's memorial site in Padas Damit and a research briefing session. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
