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KYC calls for safer school spaces in Sabah
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 Text Size: Pic by Freddie Anthony Jacob KOTA KINABALU: The Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Youth Council (KYC) has expressed concern over a recent incident involving a secondary school student in Sabah. KYC chairman Steve Johnny Mositun ( pic ) said the council's thoughts are with the student, their family, and others affected, adding that healing and support are crucial at this time. Advertisement He stressed that KYC takes all bullying-related reports seriously and supports efforts to maintain safe and nurturing school environments. The council also called on schools and communities to encourage open conversations where students feel safe to speak without fear. Mositun said peer support systems, trained counsellors, and early intervention mechanisms must be strengthened in every school. He urged collaboration among parents, teachers, and students to build a culture rooted in empathy, inclusion, and respect. KYC pledged its continued support for awareness campaigns and youth-led efforts to address bullying across Sabah. * 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
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23-06-2025
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Youth rally sparks concern over disruptive behaviour
Published on: Monday, June 23, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 23, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: A youth-led assembly over the weekend drew concern after several participants engaged in actions that were deemed excessive and Sabah Community Club Deputy President Steve Johnny Mositun ( pic ) said while freedom of expression is a democratic right, the conduct of a few individuals unsettled members of the public. He criticised the burning of posters during the rally, calling it culturally inappropriate and damaging to Sabah's image as a harmonious state. Steve added the incident disrupted public order, caused traffic congestion, and hurt local businesses while potentially affecting tourist confidence. He thanked the police for maintaining control throughout the event and urged youths to channel their energy into unity and responsible civic action. * 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
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16-06-2025
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KDCA Youth Council decries bias against Kadazan man
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 Text Size: Steve urged the agency and staff involved to take full responsibility and undergo cultural sensitivity and national awareness training, especially those working directly with the public. Kota Kinabalu: The Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Youth Council has expressed concern over a recent incident in Bukit Puchong where a Kadazan individual from Sabah was allegedly denied a rental unit on the grounds that it was 'only for locals.' Its Chairman Steve Johnny Mositun said the remark by a real estate staff member appeared to question the person's nationality based on ethnic identity, accent or name, reflecting a lack of understanding about Malaysia's multicultural society. Advertisement 'This kind of statement not only hurts feelings but also causes unease among Malaysians from Sabah and Sarawak, who are often misunderstood or sidelined,' he said in a statement on Friday. He emphasised that Kadazans and other ethnic groups from Sabah are Malaysian citizens with equal rights and should not be treated otherwise. Steve urged the agency and staff involved to take full responsibility and undergo cultural sensitivity and national awareness training, especially those working directly with the public. He said the KDCA Youth Council remains committed to strengthening cultural understanding and promoting unity through dialogue and inter-regional cooperation. 'This incident should be a lesson and a reminder that Malaysia belongs to all of us. Every citizen deserves to be treated with dignity and respect,' he said. * 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
