Pekida S3TP To Broaden Community Programmes To Foster Multiracial Unity

BATU PAHAT, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- The Pertubuhan Kebajikan dan Dakwah Islamiah Malaysia (Pekida) Simpang Tiga Tongkang Pechah (S3TP) aims to expand its community programmes to involve people of all races, in an effort to strengthen unity and goodwill among local residents.

Its chairman, Saiful Aidil Mokhtar, said the organisation does not want to be seen as focusing solely on welfare activities, but instead hopes to introduce more inclusive programmes that incorporate cultural and artistic elements.

“In the past, we focused mainly on welfare initiatives such as assisting the B40 group. Moving forward, we want to open up our activities to all communities, regardless of race or background,” he told Bernama after presenting daily necessities to 120 B40 recipients around Tongkang Pechah today

He said youth participation will also be encouraged to build understanding, cooperation, and appreciation of different cultures while bridging social gaps within the community. Pekida S3TP also plans to collaborate with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) from Chinese and Indian communities to organise more unity-based programmes.

“Although our organisation’s name highlights welfare, we aim to take a more open approach by organising activities that attract young people and encourage volunteerism,” Saiful Aidil said.

Since its establishment earlier this year, Pekida S3TP has organised six community programmes, including free ‘bubur lambuk’ distribution, donation drives for the needy and assistance with funeral management for B40 families.

-- BERNAMA