SHAH ALAM – Penganjuran Malaysia #QuranHour (MQH) pada Rabu, iaitu mendekati al-Quran melalui baca, faham dan amal bersempena sambutan Hari Kemerdekaan akan memberi fokus utama terhadap golongan muda.
Pengerusi Benevolent Malaysia, Dr Jufitri Joha berkata, kejayaan membina akhlak anak muda merupakan formula bagi melahirkan pemuda merdeka yang mampu menjadi pemimpin soleh kelak dan penentu kepada keutuhan tamadun.
Menurutnya, anak muda perlu bersahabat dengan al-Quran dan membudayakannya setiap hari agar nilai-nilai yang terkandung di dalamnya dapat diterapkan di dalam diri.
“Mereka mesti yakin al-Quran mukjizat paling hebat yang dianugerahkan kepada umat Nabi Muhammad SAW dengan membaca kisah-kisah bagaimana kitab ini merubah kehidupan pelbagai tokoh.
“Jika ada anak muda yang berkebolehan memimpin, jadilah seperti Nabi Yusuf AS seperti yang dirakamkan dalam surah Yusuf iaitu meminta jawatan tersebut dengan kualiti ‘hafiz’ dan alim,” katanya ketika dihubungi Sinar Harian baru-baru ini.
Pada 16 Ogos lalu, Yayasan Warisan Ummah Ikhlas (WUIF) mengangkat tiga surah pilihan iaitu Al-Fatihah, Al-Insan dan Al-Asr bagi penganjuran Malaysia #QuranHour yang akan diadakan pada Rabu bermula jam 12 tengah hari hingga 1 tengah hari di Masjid Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, Putrajaya.
Penganjuran kali ke-9 itu memberi fokus kepada agenda anak muda dan peranan orang dewasa dengan membawa misi ‘Malaysia Berakhlak Mulia: Pemuda Merdeka, Pemimpin Abrar’.
Sementara itu mengenai cabaran dan kekangan yang perlu dihadapi golongan muda sebagai pemimpin, Jufitri menjelaskan, mereka sering dianggap kurang pengalaman oleh orang dewasa.
“Perlu diingat, walaupun kurang pengalaman, mereka mempunyai masa depan dan harapan baharu untuk ditawarkan kepada masyarakat.
“Gabungan golongan dewasa dan semangat anak muda diperlukan walaupun berdepan dengan jurang generasi.
“Ia pastinya tidak dapat ditutup tetapi jurang ini dapat dikurangkan dengan membentuk persefahaman iaitu yang tua dikasihi dan muda disayangi,” ujarnya.
Tambah beliau, perjuangannya sebagai mantan Presiden Majlis Belia Malaysia (MBM) selaras dengan inti pati Malaysia Madani iaitu melahirkan belia dan umat yang bukan sahaja maju daripada segi fizikal tetapi juga dari segi akhlak.
“Nasihat ikhlas saya kepada anak muda, bebaskan jiwa dan minda dengan pembudayaan ilmu, peningkatan kemahiran insaniah, perindahkan akhlak yang mana sumbernya tentulah daripada al-Quran,” katanya.
104 perpustakaan awam di Selangor akan menyertai Malaysia #QuranHour anjuran WUIF Rabu ini. Gambar kecil: Mastura
SHAH ALAM – Sebanyak 104 perpustakaan awam di Selangor akan menyertai Malaysia #QuranHour anjuran Yayasan Warisan Ummah Ikhlas (WUIF).
Pengarah Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Selangor (PPAS), Datin Paduka Mastura Muhammad berkata, kesemua perpustakaan berkenaan termasuk Smart Selangor Mobile Library akan menganjurkan program tersebut di lokasi masing-masing.
“Setiap bahagian (perpustakaan) akan jemput penduduk sekitar dan bersama-sama bertadabbur dari jam 12 tengah hari hingga 1 petang.
“Sejak Malaysia #QuranHour diadakan, kami telah kerjasama dengan WUIF dan syukur kerana sekali lagi dapat menjayakan program ini.
“Ia satu perjalanan kerohanian kerana dengan membaca al-Quran selain dapat ilmu agama, didikan mengenai kehidupan dan keredaan ALLAH SWT juga diperoleh,” katanya.
RIVERS IN THE SKY, a Masakini Theatre Company ambitious new production is scheduled for 1st – 3rd September 2023 at Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC), Pentas 1 and it requires the attention of everyone who’s concern about the grave issue of climate change.
The production is in collaboration with two internationally known and revered names in theatre world, Sabera Shaik of Masakini and Ana Woolf of CATA. Ana Woolf is already in Kuala Lumpur to work with our local actors on this project. An international pedagogue, actress and director who has worked extensively with the much respected Eugenio Barba, Ana Woolf brings with her a slew of techniques – a combination of Eastern and Western techniques and discipline; ideas and an experience of theatre few can match. She has published papers on women in theatre and has translated several books by Eugenio Barba and Roberta Carreri. Woolf is also the Artistic Director of the Magdelena Project in Argentina. While in Kuala Lumpur Ana will be conducting workshops on the Suzuki technique and will also perform her work demonstration to local theatre practitioners. Her passion for the arts has witnessed Ana leading workshops all over the world for more than 20 years now.
According to Sabera Shaik, Co-Director of RIVERS IN THE SKY,“The production is about Mother Earth and how our lives parallel hers yet one can live without the other. That is not a difficult guess to make. Or is it?”
The production’s line-up of actors are Amalina Arham, Leanne Lim, Raja Emy Shahril, Sabera Shaik, Chloe Tan and Tristen ZiJuin. While this is a devised play, there will be elements of shadow theatre and dance and live music by Music Directors, Susan Sarah John, Kent Lee and Thong Yong How of Shaman Tea Room and Fhrythms Percussion. Anak Borneo Evan Lee will make up the live music group coupled with sequenced digital music incorporating Iban elements in the music which will lend a haunting feel to parts of the production.
The performance is not only aimed at adults who should understand climate change and the harm humans have imposed on Mother Earth. More importantly, Masakini Theatre Company is also engaging school children and youths with a special performance on 1st September 2023. There will be a special workbook that teachers and students can access as part of the souvenir programme. They can further discuss and learn about climate change and its reasons. “I encourage everyone, all members of rakyat Malaysia to come and watch the play not just for its entertainment value but the take-away message that comes with it. It is also appropriate that RIVERS IN THE SKY is staged during the celebration month of Merdeka and Hari Malaysia. On behalf of the members of this production, we thank you in advance for your support” says Sabera enthusiastically.
RIVERS IN THE SKY will be presented in three languages namely English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin.
Venue – Pentas 1 KLPAC Kuala Lumpur
Date – 1 September (Friday) and 2 September 2023 (Saturday) at 8.30pm. On 3 September 2023 (Sunday) the show will be at 3pm. Tickets may be purchase via https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/rivers-in-the-sky
In the midst of the busy hallways of the Malaysia Business Events Week (MBEW) 2023, two noteworthy initiatives brought attention to corporate social responsibility (MyCSR). As devoted participants joyfully took part in a life-saving Blood Donation Drive, offering a lifeline to those in need, the vibration of kindness resounded throughout the room.
But the commitment to making a difference did not stop there. As part of MyCSR’s green footprint, a Tree Planting Activity took root at an ecotourism attraction, Taman Alam, Selangor. Amidst the lush scenery, a hundred trees found their new home, standing tall as symbols of our dedication to the environment and community.
These MyCSR activities during MBEW 2023 embody the heart of collaboration and compassion, leaving an indelible mark of positive change within and beyond the event’s horizon.
“We are delighted with the overwhelming response and active participation from delegates and strategic partners. The tree planting campaign and blood donation drive exemplify our industry’s dedication to making a positive impact beyond business gatherings,” said Datuk Hajah Saraya Arbi, Interim Chairman of Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB).
She continued, “Together, we’ve proven that business events are not only a platform for growth but also an opportunity to nurture a better future. Through these initiatives, we have collectively shown that business events can be a force for good, contributing to both environmental sustainability and community welfare. Let’s continue to sow the seeds of goodwill, embracing the power of collective action.”
Ending the MBEW 2023 as meaningfully as it started, a tree planting activity was organised in collaboration with Tourism Selangor and its strategic partners namely, Kuala Selangor Municipal Council (MPKS), Kumpulan Darul Ehsan Berhad (KDEB) Waste Management, the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) as well as Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (MACEOS) to contribute to environmental conservation. The activity was attended by:
YBhg. Datuk Hajah Saraya binti Arbi, Interim Chairman of MyCEB
YBrs. En Zain Azrai Rashid, Acting Chief Executive Officer of MyCEB
YBrs. Encik Mohd Raiz bin Radzuan, (S.I.S, A.M.S.) District Officer of Kuala Selangor
TPr. Haji Mohamad Yusli bin Iskandar, (A.I.S., P.P.C) Secretary of Kuala Selangor Municipal Council
YBrs. Encik Azrul Shah bin Mohamad, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor
YBrs. Encik I.S Shanmugaraj, Executive Director of Persatuan Pencinta Alam Malaysia
The success of these MyCSR activities during MBEW serves as a reminder that the business events industry can be a force for good, not only in promoting economic growth but also in fostering social responsibility and environmental stewardship. In line with the fulfillment of UNSDG and ESG initiatives, it is only timely that the business events industry gathers to vigorously and consistently work towards protecting, conserving and preserving our mother nature for a sustainable future. As the event concludes, the positive impact on the local community and the environment continued to reverberate, leaving a legacy of meaningful change.
To make a difference and be part of MyCEB’s CSR initiatives or know more about MBEW, kindly visit www.myceb.com.my.
JOHOR BAHRU – Surah Al-Insan menjadi pilihan untuk diketengahkan pada program Malaysia #QuranHour sempena Hari Kebangsaan 2023 di Masjid Al-Asma’ul Husna, Bandar UDA Utama di sini pada 30 Ogos ini.
Pengerusi Pertubuhan Pendidikan Rumah Ngaji Negeri Johor, Roziah Kamal berkata, surah berkenaan menjadi pilihan untuk dihayati semua jemaah kali ini dalam usaha membentuk karakter al-Abrar (berakhlak mulia) dalam kalangan mereka.
Malah katanya, pemilihan surah berkenaan turut selari dengan tema Malaysia #QuranHour kali ini iaitu Malaysia Berakhlak Mulia, Pemuda Merdeka Pemimpin Abrar.
“Oleh itu, umat Islam perlu sama-sama memahami dan mengamalkan inti pati yang diketengahkan dalam Surah Al-Insan yang diangkat sebagai surah utama dengan membawa tema ‘memanusiakan manusia (humanizing the ummah) melalui agenda humanizing the home, humanizing the workplace, humanizing the nation serta humanizing the world dalam usaha merealisasikan misi masuk syurga sekeluarga,” katanya.
Program berkenaan juga merupakan usaha berterusan daripada Pertubuhan Pendidikan Rumah Ngaji Negeri Johor (PPRNNJ).
Sebahagian peserta Malaysia #QuranHour menuju ke lokasi menaiki bas yang disediakan.
Selain PPRNNJ, penganjuran program kali ini turut mendapat kerjasama daripada ahli-ahli jawatankuasa Masjid Al Asma’ul Husna, Bandar UDA Utama.
Program yang telah dilaksanakan sejak tahun 2015 lalu itu adalah sebuah program satu jam bersama al-Quran sebagai permulaan untuk melakukan perubahan minda yang dijangka dihadiri lebih 1,000 jemaah daripada seluruh Johor.
Sementara itu, Roziah berkata, selain Surah Al-Insan, dua lagi surah iaitu Surah Al-Asrdan Al-Fatihah akan ditadabbur oleh pentadabbur bertauliah.
Katanya, kesemua surah berkenaan perlu difahamkan dan diamalkan dalam kehidupan seharian.
“PPRNJ akan terus melaksanakan pelbagai program bagi membudayakan membaca al-Quran secara konsisten demi mencapai matlamat penubuhan pertubuhan ini iaitu membawa masyarakat dan ummah membaca dan memahamkan.
“Masyarakat juga diharap dapat mengamalkan saranan-saranan serta pesanan-pesanan yang telah terdapat dalam al-Quran,” katanya.
The vivo Vision+ Mobile PhotoAwards 2023, a mobile image competition jointly organized by vivo and ZEISS, had just one Malaysian winner: Kim Yap, a mother of four and ardent mobile photographer. Her captivating “Coffee Life” photo series, which she took with the vivo X80, stood out as one of the 21 award-winning works, receiving the respect of expert judges and catapulting her into the foreground of international attention.
Undoubtedly, Kim Yap’s journey epitomises transformative growth. She shared, “Winning this award was beyond my expectations due to the multitude of global submissions. Following my victory, my family and friends rallied behind me, recognizing the importance of my chosen path. This experience made me realise that my photography skills are now receiving support and recognition from others.”
Furthermore, the vivo VISION+ Mobile PhotoAwards, established in 2020, is a distinguished photography contest for vivo users, supported by vivo’s people-centric imaging expertise. Adding to the excitement, this year, vivo has joined forces with its global imaging partner ZEISS to present the Mobile PhotoAwards 2023 under the resonating theme ‘Create Together.’ This contest invites global vivo smartphone users to submit diverse images capturing authentic human emotions.
Kim Yap’s Triumph with the vivo X80
‘Coffee Life,’ a collection of photos shot by Malaysian mobile photographer Kim Yap, has secured a place in the ‘Photo Series’ category among the eight distinguished award segments. The series was taken during her visit to a vintage coffee factory with her friends at Klang, Selangor. She emphasised that the place was filled with light seeping through cracks, creating a natural opportunity to capture the play of lights. With vivo X80, it was able to reveal the well-defined wrinkles on an elderly man’s face, evoking a sense of time’s passage and nostalgia.
She expressed, “Capturing images of the elderly is my true calling, recognizing their fleeting presence. This fervour stems from my own grandmother. In the past, photography was constrained by traditional cameras, making it an exclusive pursuit. Yet, these constraints ignited my passion for photography, intensifying my longing to forever preserve moments shared with my grandmother and effectively freeze time.” On top of that, she underscores her fondness for capturing human portraits, embodying stories and heartfelt warmth. This aligns with her statement that her photographic odyssey was born from the aspiration to encapsulate moments that transcend time.
Additionally, her photographic journey is deeply intertwined with her choice of equipment – the vivo X series. Her introduction to the world of vivo smartphones began with the vivo X70 Pro, and later progressed to the vivo X80, eventually settling with the vivo X90 Pro. She was captivated by the potential of the vivo X80 during the visit to the vintage coffee factory with her friends. It has notably enhanced her proficiency in capturing high-quality images, especially under challenging low-light circumstances. Although she initially favoured digital cameras, she came to realise the impressive capabilities of mobile smartphones, exemplified by the vivo X80, in producing shots comparable to those of dedicated digital cameras. This revelation prompted her transition to becoming a mobile photographer.
Overall, Kim Yap’s success story is a beacon of inspiration, especially for young enthusiasts looking to embark on their own photography journey. Her advice is to believe in oneself, regardless of whether one has access to a smartphone or a digital camera. She emphasised that creativity is the driving force behind remarkable photography. Her journey stands as a confirmation to the profound influence of passion and the impact of unwavering self-belief.
Elevating Imaging Excellence: ZEISS Collaboration in vivo X90
Commencing from 2020, the vivo X series has embarked on a continuous exploration of imaging to bring forth numerous industry-leading technological breakthroughs and significant enhancements in user experience. It all began with the launch of the vivo X50. Over three successive years, the company has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the evolution of the X series across five generations. These endeavours, ranging from micro gimbal technology to collaboration with ZEISS, the development of in-house chips, and vivo’s ongoing innovation in the realm of mobile photography. The exceptional performance of the vivo X series has rightfully earned it the esteemed distinction as the ‘Flagship of Mobile Imaging.’
All in all, Kim Yap’s success, the vivo X series evolution, and the ZEISS partnership embody innovation driving mobile photography. We are looking forward to vivo’s ongoing breakthroughs in the realm of imaging excellence.
SHAH ALAM – Penaja bagi program Malaysia #QuranHour 2023 yang bakal berlangsung di Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, Putrajaya pada 30 Ogos ini berasa teruja untuk menyertai acara berkonsepkan Islamik buat pertama kalinya.
Pengurus kanan Syarikat Faiza Sdn Bhd, Jadwa Abu Bakar, 48, berkata, pihaknya berminat untuk menjadi penaja program itu kerana tertarik dengan perkongsiannya yang menekankan aspek kerohanian, berilmiah dan bermanfaat kepada masyarakat.
Menurut beliau, Pengarah Urusan syarikatnya, Faiza Bawumi Sayed Ahmad juga merupakan peminat setia acara tersebut dan sentiasa menonton perkongsian program berkenaan, lebih-lebih lagi acara #QuranTime yang diadakan setiap hari.
“Pengarah Urusan kami sering menggalakkan pekerja untuk menonton #QuranTime dan apabila berkesempatan menjadi penaja bagi program Malaysia #QuranHour, kami terus bersetuju.
“Justeru, diharapkan supaya program sebegini mendapat perhatian dan tontonan ramai kerana masyarakat sangat memerlukan ilmu kerohanian,” katanya kepada Sinar Harian pada Isnin.
‘Malaysia Berakhlak Mulia: Pemuda Merdeka, Pemimpin Abrar’ dipilih menjadi tema bagi Malaysia #QuranHour pada kali ini dengan mengangkat tiga surah pilihan iaitu Surah Al-Fatihah, Surah Al-Insan dan Surah Al-Asr.
Sementara itu, Pengurus Pembangunan Perniagaan Kueh Cafe, Suleiman Mokhtar, 40, berkata, pihaknya tidak menyangka diberi peluang untuk menaja program tersebut memandangkan ini kali pertama mereka menyertai acara Islamik.
“Ini kali pertama kami menaja program sebegini. Sebelum ini kami adalah penaja rasmi bagi program berkonsepkan hiburan di beberapa produksi media tempatan.
“Apabila mendapat peluang untuk menaja Malaysia #QuranHour, saya dan pasukan rasa teruja dan seronok biarpun sumbangannya sedikit, tetapi tetap berpuas hati.
“Daripada segi persiapan, semuanya sudah diatur dengan baik kerana difahamkan antara yang bakal hadir bersama-sama pada hari tersebut bukanlah calang-calang orang, jadi kami cuba lakukan sebaik mungkin,” ujarnya.
Dalam pada itu, Suleiman berpandangan, program berkenaan boleh dipertimbangkan untuk berlangsung secara mega atau di kawasan yang berskala besar contohnya di stadium.
Tambahnya, lebih ramai pengunjung yang akan hadir memeriahkan program tersebut sekiranya cadangan itu benar-benar berlaku.
“Pihak Kueh Cafe dapat menaja makanan dengan lebih banyak lagi dan mungkin juga tajaan hadiah-hadiah seperti jubah, sejadah, papan rehal serta lain-lain barangan yang berkaitan,” jelas beliau.
Gerakan kempen #QuranHour anjuran WUIF membolehkan orang ramai menghayati dan memahami surah Al-Fatihah, Al-Insan dan Al-Asr. Gambar kecil: Ungku Noorakmal
SHAH ALAM – Sebagai rakan sinergi dalam penganjuran Malaysia #QuranHour bagi tahun 2023, Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Johor turut sama membuat hebahan kepada jabatan lain di negeri Johor bagi merancakkan program tersebut yang bakal diadakan pada pada 30 Ogos ini.
Menurut Pengarah Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Johor, Ungku Noorakmal Ungku Sulaiman, setakat ini sebanyak 17 buah perpustakaan yang akan terlibat dalam Malaysia #QuranHour termasuk perpustakaan pusat dan 16 cawangan.
Beliau berkata, bagaimanapun pihaknya akan mempromosikan program tersebut di jabatan-jabatan lain seperti Jabatan Pendidikan Negeri Johor.
“Kami sangat gembira kerana dapat sama-sama menjayakan program ini malah semua perpustakaan awam di seluruh Malaysia juga akan turut serta. Untuk tahun 2023, kami akan sambut Malaysia #Quran Hour di Masjid Al-Asmau’ul Husna, Bandar Baru Uda.
“Biasanya kami turut mempromosikan program Malaysia #Quran Hour sejak terlibat pada 2014 dan ia masih diteruskan untuk tahun ini,” katanya kepada Sinar Harian pada Isnin.
Tambah Ungku Noorakmal, melalui program anjuran Yayasan Warisan Ummah Ikhlas (WUIF) itu, orang ramai dapat menghayati dan memahami surah al-Insan.
“Ia selari dengan tema yang diketengahkan iaitu ‘Memanusiakan manusia’.
“Memanusiakan manusia suatu tema yang amat relevan sekarang ini memandangkan nilai kemanusiaan semakin terhakis dengan gaya hidup, dan pandangan dunia yang dibawa oleh Barat,” jelasnya.
Beliau memberi contoh, antaranya gerakan lesbian, gay, biseksual dan transgender (LGBT) yang sangat berleluasa sekarang ini.
Sementara itu, Program Malaysia #QuranHour diadakan sempena sambutan Hari Kebangsaan ke-66 dengan membawa misi surah Al-Fatihah, Al-Insan dan Al-Asr.
Lokasi perdana bagi Malaysia #QuranHour akan berlangsung di Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, Putrajaya pada jam 12 hingga 1 tengah hari, pada Rabu ini selain ia turut dilaksanakan di beberapa lokasi utama di seluruh negara.
The Petaling Jaya City Council was granted the authority to represent Malaysia in hosting the “1st Asia Pacific Youth Folklore Festival 2023,” which will take place from September 21–26, 2023, in cooperation with the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festival and Folk Arts (CIOFF) Malaysia, on Friday, August 25.
This year’s festival is being held with the primary objective of creating and conveying a sense of love and mutual understanding among children about the value of maintaining diversity and individuality in culture, art, and heritage, with the goal of promoting harmony and unity in the world.
Under the direction of the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFF) Malaysia, the council is aiming for participation from 26 cultural organizations from the Asia Pacific region.
Up until now, there have been 19 international cultural groups from 13 countries. China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Iran, the Philippines, Uzbekistan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Brunei, and Qatar have confirmed their participation.
The planning of this event will feature 8 variety of program/activity types including:
1. International cultural performances
2. “Pocket Show” in selected schools around Petaling Jaya.
3. Exhibitions, Sales, and demonstrations of the manufacture of art, handicrafts, and traditional food products
4. “PJ International Art Conference 2023”
5. Art Career Seminar
6. Mayor and City Managers: Round Table Discussion
7. “PJ Best Dance” competition
8. A folklore concert by the country’s leading artists, including Datuk Hattan, Ziana Zain, Ella, and Datuk Awie, and a fireworks display.
The visitors who will attend the event will play a big role as ambassadors by sharing their experiences at the festival on their social media accounts and with those who cannot come. It has the potential to increase the number of participants and improve Petaling Jaya’s reputation as a tourism hotspot and art city.
In an effort to drive the country’s tourism industry based on the sustainability of cultural, artistic, and heritage development, the organization of the folk art festival by the Petaling Jaya city council this year is more prestigious and has a high impact.
IPOH – Penganjuran Malaysia #QuranHour peringkat negeri Perak di Dewan Jubli Politeknik Ungku Omar (PUO) pada Rabu ini menerima sambutan luar jangkaan dengan penyertaan mencecah 1,200 orang setakat Isnin.
Pengerusi Rumah Ngaji Negeri Perak, Noor Mazlina Noor Shah berkata, pertambahan peserta diterima daripada pelajar dan pensyarah politeknik itu sendiri.
“Sebelum ini kita jangkakan hanya 800 peserta sahaja termasuk peserta Rumah Ngaji yang ada di sekitar Ipoh.
“Alhamdulillah, pada saat-saat akhir kita dimaklumkan, ramai pelajar dan pensyarah mahu turut sama mengimarahkan program ini dengan penyertaan 630 pelajar dan 300 pensyarah.
“Pertambahan ini sangat dialu-alukan memandangkan Dewan Jubli PUO itu sendiri besar dan mampu memuatkan kapasiti 1,500 orang,” katanya kepada Sinar Harian.
Beliau berkata, setiap pelajar yang menyertai Malaysia #QuranHour kali ini akan menerima senaskah al-Quran daripada penyumbang al-Quran wakaf, Yayasan Pendidikan Maahad Tahfiz al Quran Wal Qiraat Adddin Perak dan Yayasan Ade Azhar.
“Dengan penganjuran ini menjadikan PUO sebagai institusi pengajian tinggi (IPT) kedua di Perak selaku tuan rumah Malaysia #QuranHour selepas Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI),” katanya.
Sementara itu, Timbalan Pengarah (Akademik) PUO, Dr Izwah Ismail berkata, persiapan program telah mencapai 95 peratus.
Katanya, PUO telah mewujudkan jawatankuasa khas bagi melancarkan program disertai jabatan terlibat antaranya Jabatan Kejuruteraan Mekanikal yang bertindak sebagai pengarah program, Jabatan Kejuruteraan Elektrik bagi pemilihan peserta dan Jabatan Kejuruteraan Awam untuk pengurusan acara.
“Kita juga melibatkan Unit Instruksional dan Multimedia serta Unit Pembangunan dan Senggaraan yang bertanggungjawab dalam aspek teknikal sepanjang program berlangsung,” katanya.
Beliau berkata, PUO turut melakukan penstriman langsung program Malaysia #QuranHour menerusi platform media sosial Facebook dan Youtube bagi memberi liputan meluas kepada pelajar lain.
Tambahnya, penglibatan PUO sebagai tuan rumah membuktikan sokongan mereka sebagai institusi Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) terhadap program-program berbentuk kerohanian.
“Pelajar-pelajar kita walaupun mereka dalam bidang kejuruteraan tetapi ramai antaranya daripada sekolah tahfiz dan terlibat dalam hafazan.
“Jadi program ini sangat bertepatan dengan usaha PUO mewujudkan suasana harmoni serta menggalakkan pelajar kembali kepada al-Quran,” katanya.
Malaysia #QuranHour kali ke-9 pada 30 Ogos bermula jam 12 tengah hari hingga 1 petang ini mengangkat tema Malaysia Berakhlak Mulia: Pemuda Merdeka, Pemimpin Abrar sempena sambutan Hari Kebangsaan ke-66 dengan membawa misi surah al-Fatihah, surah al-Insan dan surah al-Asr.
