Sunday 7 July 2013

Use Young Souls Station beneficially, says Karim

July 7, 2013

KUCHING: It is important to take action now and do something to develop the country so that the youth and future generations can benefit from it, said Assistant Minister of Youth Development Haji Abdul Karim Hamzah who is also Housing Assitant Minister.

Karim said this when launching the ‘AZAM Youth Central’ and the official opening of ‘Young Souls Station’ which was organised by Angkatan Zaman Mansang Sarawak (AZAM) and held at Medan Pelita here yesterday.

He said that with the Young Souls Station, he hoped that the young people can use the space and facilities provided for good use so that they can contribute to the development of the country.

“Nowadays we are hearing a lot about youth getting involved in crime and other social issues. Hopefully with this, youth can be drawn out and participate in activities which are positive and aimed towards building not only themselves, but the nation as well.

“Hopefully more activities for youth will be organised in this spot because it is a strategic location being right in the middle of the city,” Karim said.

AZAM CEO Datu Aloysius Dris said he hoped the centre would provide an avenue youth from different backgrounds and communities to converge in healthy activities and discussions.

“This process can strengthen the unity among the different communities and contribute to the social harmony in Sarawak,” said Aloysius.

With the official opening of the centre, the AZAM Young Souls who are a network of Kuching youth volunteers, will be able to carry out their activities at Medan Pelita with the support of Pelita Holdings Sdn Bhd.

The one-day event saw various activities being held such as a flea market, exhibitions, stage performances, and various competitions.

Also present during the event were DBKU Mayor Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai and PELITA Holdings Sdn Bhd senior manager corporate planning division Haji Zainalabidin Sebli Hambali.
   

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