10 ways to promote 1 Malaysia

History speaks louder than just words. We should learn from our forefathers the ways to leave in harmony. The lifestyle of our nation in the past has showed us how the community of the days of old lived together in tolerance and high respect for different races, cultures and religion despite some minor hiccups. It is shameful if we fail to continue to embrace the uniqueness of Malaysia.

Ten simple ways that can help promote 1 Malaysia concept to foster greater unity among multi-ethnic Malaysians:

1)      Parents show good examples by giving due respect to neighbors, colleagues, friends or even strangers of various races.

2)      Adults should not speak negatively about other races or religions openly.

3)      Stop calling names such as “keling” etc towards people of different races.

4)      Children must be encouraged to mingle and play together without looking at the differences. No partiality should be practiced.

5)      Teachers must play a greater role by motivating students and cultivate an attitude to appreciate different cultures.

6)      Government agencies must organize more events to promote greater unity. Don’t wait for festival seasons or elections.

7)      Non Governmental Organization’s including associations, clubs and societies should work together with multi national companies or small and medium industries to organize sports events, seminars and camps that includes all races.

8)      Education Ministry must consider revoking the quota system and allow equality and positive challenges in the education system.

9)      Religious leaders who supposedly to be pious and God fearing should practice high tolerance and always work towards solving the differences in opinions in a friendly and conducive environment.

10)  Politicians and law makers must be wise in giving statements or when making decisions concerning issues related to multi-racial society.

My hope and prayer is that Malaysia will continue to live in love, peace and harmony.

Salam 1 Malaysia!


published in http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2010%2F5%2F20%2Ffocus%2F6295809&sec=focus