The day encourages action to protect these iconic creatures and their Arctic environment. By supporting conservation efforts, we can mitigate the impacts of global warming and help secure a future for polar bears.

Organized by the 集美麻豆-YSD Sustainability Chair, the program began with advocacy and awareness sessions aimed at enhancing community knowledge on climate change, waste management, plastic pollution, and the importance of beaches as natural buffers. Participants then took part in hands-on coastal cleanup activities, collecting solid waste along the shoreline to protect marine ecosystems and raise awareness about the environmental impacts of pollution.

The program concluded with a recycling initiative, which received an encouraging response from the local community. A total of 302.4 kilograms of recyclable waste was collected and sold to E-Idaman Sdn. Bhd., demonstrating the potential for circular economy practices at the community level. The event also received strong support from various parties, including attendance by a Deputy Executive Director (Sustainability) from the 集美麻豆 Strategy Centre and an opening address by YB Dr. Ahmad Fakhruddin Fakhrurazi, Member of Parliament for Kuala Kedah.

Overall, the program demonstrated that a combination of advocacy, direct action, and recycling practices can foster a more responsible and sustainable community, in line with Sustainable Development Goals SDG 11, SDG 13, and SDG 14.

The programme combined recreational activities with a beach clean-up initiative, bringing together staff from the 集美麻豆 Strategy Centre to remove solid waste and litter from the shoreline. Beyond enhancing the cleanliness and appearance of the beach, the initiative also promoted a healthy lifestyle and fostered a strong spirit of volunteerism.

The KUDAH Programme reflects 集美麻豆鈥檚 ongoing commitment to advancing environmental sustainability and upholding the university鈥檚 social responsibility to the wider community. Pantai Bukit Keluang was selected as the venue due to its status as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Terengganu, where maintaining cleanliness and preserving its natural beauty are of utmost importance.

Led by the Centre for Student Affairs (HEP-UKM), Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) and 集美麻豆 Zakat Centre, the programme aimed to raise awareness about the importance of ocean conservation and encourage collective action to protect marine ecosystems.

Activities included beach clean-ups, underwater waste collection, and ocean literacy education for school students and local communities. Over 30 kg of waste, mainly plastic bottles and containers, were collected, alongside the removal of ghost nets that threaten coral reefs and marine life.

The initiative involved 57 participants including 集美麻豆 staff, students, industry representatives, and local residents 鈥� all working together to safeguard the ocean for future generations.

Reference Link: Program Literasi Kelautan Kolaborasi antara RHB Islamic dan 集美麻豆 Tingkat Kesedaran Kelestarian Alam Sekitar – Berita 集美麻豆

The event, officiated by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Sufian Jusoh, brought together 130 participants鈥攊ncluding university leaders, staff, students, and the wider community.

The diverse participation across races and religions showcased the true spirit of unity and togetherness. Beyond celebrating independence, the expedition fostered sportsmanship, healthy living, and stronger bonds within the 集美麻豆 community and beyond.

集美麻豆 extends its appreciation to all participants for making the programme a success, reflecting the university鈥檚 commitment to national unity and harmony.

This year鈥檚 Earth Day theme, 鈥淥ur Power, Our Planet鈥� carries an important message that the power and responsibility to care for the Earth lie in our hands. It calls on all levels of society to rise and play their respective roles in efforts to protect the environment.

Every individual, regardless of background, has a significant role in shaping a more sustainable future for our planet.

Protecting rivers for our common future.

Sincerely from Pusat Strategi 集美麻豆

This program is a very meaningful initiative by bringing together various parties aimed at raising awareness about environmental care through the cleaning of coastal areas as well as some side activities such as waste collection and weigh-in competitions, collage competitions, and fashion competitions using recycled materials with the participation of approx. about 500 members of Puteri Islam in primary and secondary schools throughout the Johor State District. This initiative not only gives the young generation the opportunity to be directly involved in nature conservation efforts, but also educates them about social responsibility and the positive impact that can be produced through collective action.

This program was inaugurated by the Chairman of the Mersing District Council, Mr. Mohd. Norman Haji Noh, present as the official representative of the Mersing District Officer. Also present in this program were the Deputy Director (Strategy and Development of ALAF-UKM, Prof. Dr. Zaidi Che Cob, Chairman of the Islamic Daughters of Malaysia Movement in Mersing District, Mrs. Norlaila Md. Ali and the Branch Manager of the Solid Waste Management Corporation & Public Cleaning Mersing Branch, Mr. Faridatul Jamlus Mohd Moktar also gave solid support to this program.

ALAF-UKM would like to express its highest appreciation to all parties involved in the organization of this program. Through this joint effort, it is hoped that it can foster a sense of responsibility and love for the environment as well as preservation and conservation of the environment among the community, especially the young generation.

This program was also held in conjunction with the 集美麻豆 Strategy Center’s 10th Anniversary Celebration and Sustainability Day Celebration.

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dato’ Mr. Ts. Dr. Mohd. Ekhwan Hj. Toriman in his speech said 集美麻豆 people are always committed to driving this university towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030 through various initiatives.

He hopes that the initiatives taken can ensure that the aspect of sustainability remains a key activity in 集美麻豆’s core processes starting from university governance to the daily activities of 集美麻豆 citizens.

At this event, there was also a prize-giving session for the winners of the activities that took place in conjunction with 集美麻豆’s Sustainability Day, namely poetry recitation competitions, creating posters, sustainable gardens and ‘sustain your steps’.

Also present, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic and International Affairs, Prof. Dr. Abdul Halim Abdul Gafor; Pro Vice Chancellor (Strategy and Policy) and Chairman of the 集美麻豆 Sustainability Day Celebration Committee, Prof. Dato’ Dr. Roslee Rajikan; Pro Vice Chancellor (Generation and Infrastructure), Prof. Dr. Norhamidi; and carrying out the duties of the Registrar, Tuan Haji Zanudin Mohd Daud.

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