UNGGAS Malaysia (2068-11-PPG)

(Pertubuhan Urusetia Menangani Gejala Sosial)

‘Demi Kesejahteraan Masyarakat’

A short presentation on definition, plans, programs, people and finance; in the institutional development of UNGGAS Malaysia – a People’s Movement –

UNGGAS Overview

• Why we are here

• To understand the state and quality of life, focusing on livelihood and to propose solutions to social problems

• To educate and empower the public, catalyze greater understanding of reform, and promote greater participation to act against social ills

• To provide inputs necessary for nations reform on livelihood issues in the focus area

• Our goals

• To create public awareness and sensitivity to changes in the community

• To build the capacity of the community to solve social problems in their respective areas

• To develop research on various subjects concerning the quality of life

• To advocate the authorities in implementing the right policies regarding social problem issues

Strategic Plan

Projects: Community Mapping The mapping of a community is important so that we will know what and how serious a problem is in that particular area. All the collected data will be used to determine the next course of action.

Latihan Aktivis Dalam Isu Sosial [LANDAS] (Activist Training) LANDAS is our core program where we train people to become social activist. Training comprises theoretical and practical modules within three series. They will be taught how to communicate, organize and act as an activist.

‘Ops Sayangi Remaja’ Independence Day, Malaysia Day, New Year and Valentine’s Day are the days when many of our youths have a tendency to deviate and do the negative. During these occasions, we will gather around 50 – 100 activists and we will spend time with them in places they like. We will approach them with advice and not to impose law. We come with a smile and not with discord.

Outreach with love The ‘good’ must not build gaps with the ‘bad’ in a society. We live in a same small boat. If their part of the ship is leaking, we will all sink together. Find them, smile, and spread love. But, before you do that, let us give you some training. Call us when your team is ready.

Public Forums Knowledge is power. To educate is to empower the community so they will know how to solve social problems within their neighborhood. This is a monthly program and we will usually get calls to conduct these forums at the requested locations.

Advocacy and Policies Discussion

Those in power should not leave this hefty task to us alone. They too should help create better livelihood by implementing the right policies. Through our research and information, we propose some ideas and solutions.

Bike Explorer These youths love to ride bicycles. The problem is, they don’t know how to ride it right. With 150 members at the moment, we have formed a group called ‘Bike Explorer’ to teach these youths to be better cyclists, injecting some moral advice along the way.

‘Wayang Pacak’ (open cinema) People in general love to watch cinemas. So we set up one for them at open public places like R&R stations, markets, and public fields. The films are about awareness and action. It’s free for everyone.

RAUDHAH (Rehabilitation Center) In 2008, we started a rehabilitation center for women to provide a better environment for them to change. The rehab is situated in a 2 acre land complete with a wooden kampung house, a gazebo, a rambutan orchard and a cabin. Unfortunately, due to financial and administration problems, the centre had to be closed. We hope that this center can be reopened to help those in need of spiritual support.

Homeless Project Homelessness is a common scene around Georgetown. We provide free food for the homeless and some motivational advice. In future, we hope that a comprehensive shelter will be build where they can live, and learn to be competent in this wild urban world before they find a job and a proper place to live.

The People

Board of Directors:

Nurfitri Amir Muhammad

Nizam Mahshar

Kamaruddin Kassim

Tuan Zukri Tuan Sembok

Asti Binti Toba

Executive Director

Nurfitri Amir Muhammad

Vice Secretary

The Faridah Nazari

Secretary

Asti Toba

RnD and Module

Mariani Ali Amran

Abd Harris Abd Wahab

Networking and Training

Kamaruddin Kassim

Nizam Mahshar

Treasurer

Hassuna Abd Rahman

Funding

Arnisa Soga

Zaidi Hussain

Vice Treasurer

Syazwani Bukhori

Contact

UNGGAS Malaysia, Lorong Bagan Lalang 22, Taman Bagan Lalang, Bagan Lalang, 13400 Butterworth, Penang. www.sinarloronggelap.blogspot.com myunggas@gmail.com Hotline: 013-4451037 If you don’t have the time to join us, you can still help by donating. An investment for nurturing a better future for our children. Any contributions can be banked in to our account: CIMB 0702-0000175-102

UNGGAS Malaysia ‘Demi Kesejahteraan Masyarakat’