Sarawakku membaca

Sarawakku Membaca Program

The Sarawakku Membaca Program is an initiative aimed at cultivating a culture of reading and enhancing literacy within the communities of Sarawak. The program, initiated by Pustaka Negeri Sarawak Sibu under the Community Engagement Services Division, led by Puan Fiona Ravia Asing, aspires to develop a well-informed and knowledgeable society, capable of thriving in today’s globalized world.

A significant component of the initiative is the Sarawakku Membaca Carnival N.44 Jemoreng, which marks the third installment held in 2024. The first installment was held in N46 Meradong in July 2024, followed by the second in N49 Ngemah, Kanowit in August 2024. This carnival series is designed with the primary goal of instilling a love for reading and nurturing a culture of knowledge within the Sarawak community. Organized by Pustaka Negeri Sarawak Sibu, the carnival features a variety of reading-related activities, including workshops, hands-on practical sessions, talks, exhibitions, and more. These activities are carefully tailored to engage every layer of society, regardless of age or background, ensuring that all participants benefit from the program.

The carnival not only aims to create an enjoyable atmosphere but also seeks to educate and inspire the community to continue the practice of reading and lifelong learning. In the long term, it is hoped that this initiative will serve as a catalyst for increasing literacy rates, enriching knowledge, and preparing the Sarawakian society to be more competitive and ready to face future challenges.

Program Objectives

1. Increase Leadership and Community Involvement: Enhance the participation of Sarawak’s leaders and local communities in activities related to reading and education.
2. Promote Public Participation: Encourage the public in Sarawak to take part in reading-related programs and activities, nurturing a love for reading.
3. Foster Lifelong Reading Habits: Raise awareness of the importance of lifelong reading and promote reading from diverse sources, establishing it as a cultural norm.
4. Connect Communities with Reading Resources: Bring communities closer to reading materials and foster a society of knowledgeable, creative thinkers.

Target Participants

The program targets a wide demographic, including:

1. Parents
2. Children
3. Teenagers
4. Adults
5. Senior Citizens

Program Locations

1. N.57 Tellian in July 2023
2. N46 Meradong in July 2024
3. N49 Ngemah, Kanowit in August 2024
4. N.44 Jemoreng in September 2024

Series 1 : N.57 Tellian, July 2023

Key Program Dates

• July 28-31, 2023: Program Launch @ Rh George Takin Bukit Inkerbai
• August 16-18, 2023: Continued activities
• September 6-8, 2023: Continued activities
• October 26-28, 2023: Children’s Activity Competition and program continuation
• November 23-26, 2023: SDG Activity Competition and Closing Ceremony @ Kingwood Mukah

Program Activities

The following activities are designed to engage the community in reading, literacy, and digital education:

• Reading with Leaders: Local leaders share summaries of their favorite books with the community, promoting the habit of reading.
• Senior Citizen Activities: Special activities tailored for senior citizens, helping them use their free time productively while gaining knowledge in various fields.
• Adult Literacy Classes: These classes target adults with limited reading, writing, and numeracy skills, aiming to reduce illiteracy rates in Sarawak’s rural areas.
• Membership Drives: Participants can register for free membership, granting them access to Pustaka Negeri Sarawak’s library services.
• PANDei Workshops: These workshops focus on enhancing digital literacy, particularly in rural areas.
• Reading Seeds Workshops: These workshops involve parents in fostering early reading habits for children aged 0-3, with parents receiving free Reading Seeds kits.
• Children’s Activities: Engaging activities aimed at promoting reading among children while encouraging creativity and cognitive development.
• Makerspace Activities: Participants, including students and innovators, are introduced to tools and equipment focused on STEM education.
• Reading Corners: Communities are encouraged to set up dedicated reading spaces to promote a reading culture.
• Competitions and Awards: A range of competitions such as Adult Literacy Competition, Children’s Competitions, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Competition are held to showcase participants’ talents.

Committee Members

The Sarawakku Membaca Program has been meticulously organized by a dedicated committee. Here are the key roles and responsibilities:

• Penasihat: Encik Fairul Azli Banchit - Advises the overall implementation of the program.
• Penyelaras: Puan Fiona Ravia Anak Asing - Oversees program planning, budgeting, preparation, and coordinates the execution of activities.
• Stage Manager (Perasmian & Penutupan): Mohd Tarmizi - Ensures smooth execution of activities according to the planned schedule.
• Gimik Perasmian: Nurfarathul Aqma - Manages the program’s opening ceremony.
• Jamuan: Matilda & Franky Rumi - Arranges catering and meal distribution during the events.
• Pendaftaran Peserta: Mas Azreena & PD Mukah Team - Manages participant registration and feedback forms.
• Cenderahati: Mas Azreena - Handles souvenirs for participants and VIPs.
• Pengangkutan: Matilda - Manages transportation logistics for the program staff.
• Penginapan: Mohd Bazli - Manages accommodation logistics for the program staff.
• Logistik (Perasmian & Penutupan): Mohd Azharulnizam & Mohd Bazli - Ensures availability of equipment and seating arrangements.
• Promosi: Sofea - Manages promotions, media outreach, and social media.
• Teknikal (Perasmian & Penutupan): Muqri Bin Awang Ibrahim - Manages technical aspects such as music and presentations during the events.
• Pereka Grafik: Franky Rumi & Mohd Bazli - Designs posters, banners, and other visual materials.
• Usherettes: Annasyah & AJK Rumah Panjang Team - Welcomes and assists VIP guests during the event.
• Pengacara Majlis: Cassieafiefie (Perasmian) & Rayson (Penutupan) - Hosts the program’s opening and closing ceremonies.
• Rakan Kerjasama: Nurrul Azzila & Franky Rumi - Coordinates partnerships with relevant stakeholders.
• JK Persembahan (Penutupan): Mas Azreena & Matilda - Organizes performances for the closing ceremony.
• JK Jemputan (Penutupan): Nurrul Azzila & Franky Rumi - Manages invitations for the closing ceremony.
• JK Dekorasi (Penutupan): Annasyah - Oversees decorations for the event’s closing ceremony.
• JK Aktiviti: CESD, IS, PANDei - Plans and organizes the program's activities.

Program Partners and Collaborators

The success of the program is also attributed to its partners, including:

1. Pejabat Kebajikan Masyarakat Bahagian Mukah
2. Unit Digitalisasi Perkhidmatan Awam
3. Timogah Sdn. Bhd.
4. UiTM Mukah
5. Mukah Politeknik
6. Bank Negara Malaysia, Cawangan Sarawak
7. Perpustakaan Desa Mukah

This collaborative effort ensures that communities are provided with educational resources and services, emphasizing the importance of literacy and lifelong learning as key elements for societal progress in Sarawak.

Series 2 : N46 Meradong in July 2024

Committee Structure and Responsibilities for Event Implementation

1. Advisor

• Name: Encik Fairul Azli Banchit
• Responsibility: Provides guidance and advice for the overall implementation of the program.

2. Coordinator/Assistant Coordinator

• Names: Fiona Ravia, Shahrieza Rabaie (Assistant to the Coordinator)
• Responsibilities:
  • Develops the program plan.
  • Oversees and monitors the budget according to the allocated funds.
  • Ensures that committee meetings are held with the involved members prior to the program.
  • Supervises program preparation and planning.
  • Monitors and ensures that committee members complete their assigned tasks.
  • Prepares financial minutes for program advances.

3. Stage Manager

• Name: Shahrieza Rabaie
• Responsibilities:
  • Manages all activities on stage.
  • Ensures the smooth flow of the stage program.
  • Assists the emcee in obtaining accurate information for the smooth running of the event.
  • Ensures the souvenir, usherettes, ICT, emcee, PA system, and logistics committees act according to directions during the stage program.
  • Ensures proper stage decoration.

4. Floor Manager

• Names: Mohd Azharulnizam, Mohd Zarees
• Responsibilities:
  • Arranges the layout for activities/exhibitions.
  • Manages all activities off stage.
  • Ensures proper seating arrangements for VIPs, guests, and participants.
  • Ensures ushers perform their duties properly.

5. Moderator

• Name: Nur Amanina Binti Mastani
• Responsibility: Moderates the session "Bacaan Kegemaran Bersama YB."

6. Registration Committee

• Names: Cassieafiefie Telesa, Nur Amanina Binti Mastani, Ricky Bakit, Ngu Mee Sieng
• Responsibilities:
  • Prepares participant registration forms.
  • Ensures participants register at the registration area.
  • Collects participant feedback (physical & QR).
  • Manages lucky draw sessions.
  • Prepares name tags for the staff.

7. Usherettes

• Names: Georgiana Usun, Fiona Ravia, Vivian Yolly, Eclynrina Lebon
• Responsibilities:
  • Welcomes participants and VIP guests.
  • Distributes souvenirs to the Regional Manager to present to VIPs and awards to participants.
  • Places VIP and award recipient tags on chairs.
  • Provides beverages at the VIP table.

8. Souvenirs & Gifts Committee

• Names: Fiona Ravia, Cassieafiefie
• Responsibilities:
  • Prepares souvenirs for VIPs, speakers, and collaborating partners.
  • Provides gifts for competition winners.

9. Catering Committee

• Names: Matilda Lenta, Mawar Suhaili, Dayang Rafael
• Responsibilities:
  • Distributes food to participants, partners, and staff.
  • Manages VIP catering.

10. Emcee

• Name: Cikgu SMK Kai Chung
• Responsibilities:
  • Hosts the event.
  • Ensures the smooth flow of the program according to the approved schedule and script.

11. Promotion I (Photography & Media)

• Names: Mas Azreena, Mohamad Zaim
• Responsibilities:
  • Takes photos and videos throughout the program.
  • Publishes information to the media.
  • Promotes the event on social media.

12. Promotion II (Graphic Design/Video/Poster)

• Names: Mohd Azharulnizam, Mohd Zarees
• Responsibilities:
  • Designs promotional posters, backdrops, videos, and event materials, including:
    • Promotional posters
    • Promotional videos (videographer)
    • Video montage (videographer)
    • Program schedule
    • Activity poster templates
    • Signage
    • Backdrops, bunting, and banners

13. ICT Committee

• Name: Mohamad Zaim
• Responsibilities:
  • Ensures ICT equipment such as PA systems, TVs, and other devices are ready as needed.
  • Ensures smooth video and media playback during the program.

14. Logistics Committee

• Names: Mohd Azharulnizam, Mohd Zarees
• Responsibilities:
  • Ensures the availability of equipment and activity locations.
  • Ensures sufficient tables and chairs throughout the program.
  • Maintains cleanliness of the event area.

15. Transportation Committee

• Name: Matilda Lenta
• Responsibility: Manages the transportation of committee members from the library to the event venue.

16. Activity Committee

• Names: Fiona Ravia, Shahrieza Rabaie, Mohd Zarees, Mohd Azharulnizam, Matilda Lenta, Georgiana Usun, Izwan Abu Bakar, Zainal Amit
• Responsibilities:
  • Plans and implements activities suitable for different age groups.
  • Recruits participants for planned activities.
  • Oversees the activities during the program.
  • Ensures smooth execution of activities throughout the event.

17. Exhibition Committee

• Name: Shahrieza Rabaie
• Responsibilities:
  • Identifies exhibitions suitable for the local community.
  • Sends invitations to exhibitors.
  • Follows up with exhibitors.
  • Coordinates exhibitor needs with the Logistics Committee.
  • Prepares exhibitor nameplates for each exhibition booth.

Program Partners and Collaborators

1. SPAY
2. Mcmc
3. Kwsp
4. Kolej komuniti
5. Jabatan Insolvensi
6. Jabatan Premier Sarawak/Unit digital
7. Jabatan Kimia
8. Jabatan Alam sekitar cawangan sibu
9. DBP
10. CIDB
11. Kolej Vokasional Sibu
12. Perpustakaan Awam Bintangor
13. SMK Kai Chung

This collaborative effort ensures that communities are provided with educational resources and services, emphasizing the importance of literacy and lifelong learning as key elements for societal progress in Sarawak.

Series 4 : N.44 Jemoreng in September 2024

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