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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.
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.
The Star
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Klang folk can bring disputes for mediation
(From left) Thong, Ng, Mohammed Khusrin, Abd Hamid and Mohd Firdaus cutting the ribbon to mark the launch of the Klang District Mediation Centre. — ART CHEN/The Star A community mediation centre has been launched in Klang to help people resolve disputes in a neutral manner. Klang mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain, who launched the Klang District Community Mediation Centre, said the free service was a valuable alternative to legal action as it offered a more amicable way to resolve disputes. 'With the help of a trained mediator, conflicts or friction can be resolved through open communication where parties can attempt to reach a mutually agreeable solution while keeping the discussions private and confidential,' he said. The mediation centre was set up by Council of Justices of the Peace Selangor (Klang) with the support of National Unity and National Integration Department (JPNIN) Klang District, and under the purview of Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) Corporate Communications Department. Abd Hamid said the mediation centre had potential to address neighbourhood squabbles such as those stemming from noise disturbances, putting up barbed wire fences without approval and parking disputes. JP Klang district president Datuk Thong Young Koon said the mediation centre, with the support of JPNIN, was able to resolve 21 conflicts from 2024 to April 2025 at community level, preventing the cases from festering further. 'Cases were handled practically by mediators under the guidance of JPNIN,' he said. Mediation is a free service that supports people experiencing conflict or communication issues. Thong added that a professional and neutral mediator helped prevent friction and minor disputes from escalating into major conflicts, which could negatively impact a harmonious society. 'Our centre at Plaza MBDK (Orchard Square Klang) at Jalan Pos Baru will serve as a dedicated space for the public to seek help on community matters. 'We have 23 trained mediators that work closely with JPNIN Klang district, MBDK and the police,' he said. Thong added that JP Klang members were pleased to give back to the local community through mediation services. JPNIN Klang district unity officer Mohd Firdaus Sulaiman said mediation centres played a crucial role in supporting ordinary folks, and it aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16, helping individuals avoid costly and time-consuming litigation, ultimately contributing to more harmonious neighbourhoods. 'Mediation sessions are conducted in a confidential and private setting, allowing parties to feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues,' he added. Also present at the event were Selangor palace representative Datuk Mohammed Khusrin Munawi, JP Selangor advisor Datuk Steven Tee and JP Selangor president Datuk Ng Seing Liong.
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
The Sun
28-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
JPNIN to focus on community safety at border areas in four states
TUMPAT: The Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN) is to focus on enhancing community safety in border towns in four states, namely Kelantan, Kedah, Perlis and Perak to combat the drug menace. JPNIN director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud said earlier Ministry of National Unity secretary-general , Datuk Ruji Ubi, had attended the Cabinet Committee on Combating Drug Abuse (MPJKMD) Coordinating Council Meeting. 'In the meeting, he recommended that the Rukun Tetangga Area (KRT) and Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) be activated at the community level, especially those near the national border to combat drug abuse. 'This is because the existence of active KRTs and SRSs has proven to be able to play an effective role in maintaining community safety and security,' he told Bernama today. Che Roslan said there were two KRTs, namely Sungai Kantan Kajang KRT, Selangor and Chenulang KRT, Kuala Krai, Kelantan, which have been conducting patrols and controls every day to ensure neighbourhood safety in residential areas. 'The effectiveness of SRS will be further enhanced through the MySRS application which allows the department to monitor the implementation of SRS in real time. 'In addition, the role of SRS in the community and further intensifying the implementation of the '1 Family 1 SRS Member' Campaign at all levels, especially at the KRT level, to assist the government in addressing social ills and security issues in neighbourhoods, thus increasing the level of security among the community,' he said.
