Ceramah Perdana - Rakyat Pantang diCABAR! Membongkar Konspirasi BN Merampas Kuasa!
Speakers: YB SIVARASA, YB LOH GWO BERN, YB GAN PEI NEI, CHUA YEE LING
Date: Friday 28th August
Time: 8:00pm
Place: Dewan Masyarakat - Kg Baru Subang
Monday, August 24, 2009
RAKYAT PANTANG DICABAR ....
Ceramah Perdana - Rakyat Pantang diCABAR! Membongkar Konspirasi BN Merampas Kuasa!
Speakers: YB SIVARASA, YB LOH GWO BERN, YB GAN PEI NEI, CHUA YEE LING
Date: Friday 28th August
Time: 8:00pm
Place: Dewan Masyarakat - Kg Baru Subang
Friday, August 7, 2009
BLOGGERS UNITED?? Lets Make a Stand!
Malaysians must rise to protect freedom of expression and information
Minister of Information, Communication and Culture Rais Yatim's announcement that the Federal Government plans to introduce an Internet filter is yet another example of the increasingly draconian nature of the Najib administration.
The MSC Malaysia 10 Point Bill of Guarantees spells out in no uncertain terms that there will be no censorship of the Internet. This plan clearly renders the bill meaningless.
Datuk Seri Rais' assurance that the filter will only target pornography holds no water. Instead, it marks the beginning of a slippery slope with no end to it, except possibly a Big Brother government that monitors every move made by Malaysians. A senior official with the National Security Council (NSC) was already quoted in an AFP report as saying that "bloggers who inflame racial sentiments" are targeted by this censorship plan.
It is clear that this is a backdoor way to censor views that are sympathetic to the Pakatan Rakyat, be they on blogs, news Web sites or forums.
The government needs to stop looking at banning as a catch-all solution. There are already adequate laws of the land such as the Multimedia Commission Act, the Penal Code and Defamation Act, while self-control and regulation must also be emphasised. To use China's flawed and postponed Green Dam as a model is highly frightening to Malaysians who cherish what little freedom we have to express ourselves. A University of Michigan study had exposed security vulnerabilities of this software. Furthermore, the result will likely be a proliferation of black market means to circumvent any censorship.
Despite being the Minister of Communications, Rais' hostility to the Internet is well known, as he recently described it as a form of ‘colonisation’.
I call on Malaysians, particularly those of the Internet generation, to rise up and protect the only space we have for open discussion of issues that affect our live and our country.
YB ELIZABETH WONG
Information Chief, Wanita Keadilan
State Assemblyman (Bukit Lanjan
Minister of Information, Communication and Culture Rais Yatim's announcement that the Federal Government plans to introduce an Internet filter is yet another example of the increasingly draconian nature of the Najib administration.
The MSC Malaysia 10 Point Bill of Guarantees spells out in no uncertain terms that there will be no censorship of the Internet. This plan clearly renders the bill meaningless.
Datuk Seri Rais' assurance that the filter will only target pornography holds no water. Instead, it marks the beginning of a slippery slope with no end to it, except possibly a Big Brother government that monitors every move made by Malaysians. A senior official with the National Security Council (NSC) was already quoted in an AFP report as saying that "bloggers who inflame racial sentiments" are targeted by this censorship plan.
It is clear that this is a backdoor way to censor views that are sympathetic to the Pakatan Rakyat, be they on blogs, news Web sites or forums.
The government needs to stop looking at banning as a catch-all solution. There are already adequate laws of the land such as the Multimedia Commission Act, the Penal Code and Defamation Act, while self-control and regulation must also be emphasised. To use China's flawed and postponed Green Dam as a model is highly frightening to Malaysians who cherish what little freedom we have to express ourselves. A University of Michigan study had exposed security vulnerabilities of this software. Furthermore, the result will likely be a proliferation of black market means to circumvent any censorship.
Despite being the Minister of Communications, Rais' hostility to the Internet is well known, as he recently described it as a form of ‘colonisation’.
I call on Malaysians, particularly those of the Internet generation, to rise up and protect the only space we have for open discussion of issues that affect our live and our country.
YB ELIZABETH WONG
Information Chief, Wanita Keadilan
State Assemblyman (Bukit Lanjan
Monday, August 3, 2009
And now the good news.........
What a way to start the month of August; for our Country this would have been a celebratory month.
But freedom (MERDEEKA) took a big step backwards with the arrests over the weekend at the Anti ISA protest. Much has been written and reported but here I want to write about the positive part of the whole event.
YB Sivarasa plus a group of us took the KTM train from Sungei Buloh to Bank Negara. On the train, there were so many friendly faces, strangers who became friends, united by a common cause; going to lend support to the Anti ISA march.
Yes there was the hard handedness of the FRU / Police. However, there was the great comaraderie, the unity amongst all the races - that was truly ONE MALAYSIA. For me it was more HARAPAN NEGARA - that despite all teh negatives, there is still great hope for the nation.
I must thank the two PAS YOUTH (AMAL) group boys who helped pull me aside following the tear gas attack while we were at the corner of SOGO. They got me out, sat me down, got me more water and left on another mission to rescue. TERIMA KASIH guys!
There was the strangers who were sharing their water, salt and words of encouragement etc etc.
That is the Spirit of Muhibbah!
Siva's arrest and subsequent detention at the FRU Depot in Cheras brought forth another eye opener. The FRU guys manning the gates were RUDE and just plain RUDE! However, I also saw the professional and helpful nature of SGT SHUKOR. Despite being in a most difficult position, he helped and assisted in a manner which I believe went beyond the call of his duty. SYABAS SGT SHUKOR! Another Anak Harapan Negara.
Than that patience and gentlemanly behaviour of the Vice President of the Bar Council. His patience in speaking to the RUDE n ARROGANT FRU guys, his composure is something to be examplified. Adding to that was his care and concern for others shown in the way he organised refreshments and snacks for all and the courtesy to tell others about the snacks being HALAL and all. I salute you BRO! and indeed an Honour to have met you!
Than on Sunday YB Elizabeth Wong touched my heart with her kind simple gestures. She indeed showed forth her compassion and kind heart. She went out herself, probably queued up for a while to place orders and brough back KFC and ice cream for all of us who were baking under the hot Sunday afternoon sun. Thank you ELI!
Later in the evening I also found out that she took the trouble to go out again to buy a tent to shield some of us from the sun. Gosh, is there an end to her kind concerned initiatives? There's more...
This afternoon at the Jalan Duta Courts, she again showed her kind human side; the trouble she took to quickly get food for Sivarasa and than for the two juveniles released the previoud night. Elizabeth once again showed that she is Harapan Negara; Anak Bangsa Malaysia indeed!
In seeing all the positive things happening over this weekend, I must raise my hat to the great and wonderful work of the Majlis Peguam team! That great gentleman who was there from 8:30 am till at least 8pm that night and yet still had his cheery smile...bro, I salute you.
The rest of the Majlis Peguam team too, too many to identify individually but all of you: Terima Kasih. Thank you for being true Anak Bangsa Malaysia, u all are Harapan Negara!
As we move on into August, with the fasting month, the chinese 7th month celebrations and our National Day celebration, I hope for a Better Malaysia indeed.
MANSUHKAN ISA!
But freedom (MERDEEKA) took a big step backwards with the arrests over the weekend at the Anti ISA protest. Much has been written and reported but here I want to write about the positive part of the whole event.
YB Sivarasa plus a group of us took the KTM train from Sungei Buloh to Bank Negara. On the train, there were so many friendly faces, strangers who became friends, united by a common cause; going to lend support to the Anti ISA march.
Yes there was the hard handedness of the FRU / Police. However, there was the great comaraderie, the unity amongst all the races - that was truly ONE MALAYSIA. For me it was more HARAPAN NEGARA - that despite all teh negatives, there is still great hope for the nation.
I must thank the two PAS YOUTH (AMAL) group boys who helped pull me aside following the tear gas attack while we were at the corner of SOGO. They got me out, sat me down, got me more water and left on another mission to rescue. TERIMA KASIH guys!
There was the strangers who were sharing their water, salt and words of encouragement etc etc.
That is the Spirit of Muhibbah!
Siva's arrest and subsequent detention at the FRU Depot in Cheras brought forth another eye opener. The FRU guys manning the gates were RUDE and just plain RUDE! However, I also saw the professional and helpful nature of SGT SHUKOR. Despite being in a most difficult position, he helped and assisted in a manner which I believe went beyond the call of his duty. SYABAS SGT SHUKOR! Another Anak Harapan Negara.
Than that patience and gentlemanly behaviour of the Vice President of the Bar Council. His patience in speaking to the RUDE n ARROGANT FRU guys, his composure is something to be examplified. Adding to that was his care and concern for others shown in the way he organised refreshments and snacks for all and the courtesy to tell others about the snacks being HALAL and all. I salute you BRO! and indeed an Honour to have met you!
Than on Sunday YB Elizabeth Wong touched my heart with her kind simple gestures. She indeed showed forth her compassion and kind heart. She went out herself, probably queued up for a while to place orders and brough back KFC and ice cream for all of us who were baking under the hot Sunday afternoon sun. Thank you ELI!
Later in the evening I also found out that she took the trouble to go out again to buy a tent to shield some of us from the sun. Gosh, is there an end to her kind concerned initiatives? There's more...
This afternoon at the Jalan Duta Courts, she again showed her kind human side; the trouble she took to quickly get food for Sivarasa and than for the two juveniles released the previoud night. Elizabeth once again showed that she is Harapan Negara; Anak Bangsa Malaysia indeed!
In seeing all the positive things happening over this weekend, I must raise my hat to the great and wonderful work of the Majlis Peguam team! That great gentleman who was there from 8:30 am till at least 8pm that night and yet still had his cheery smile...bro, I salute you.
The rest of the Majlis Peguam team too, too many to identify individually but all of you: Terima Kasih. Thank you for being true Anak Bangsa Malaysia, u all are Harapan Negara!
As we move on into August, with the fasting month, the chinese 7th month celebrations and our National Day celebration, I hope for a Better Malaysia indeed.
MANSUHKAN ISA!
Friday, July 31, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
AUTISM....Know more about it
The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) who is currently operating in 3C building has requested my office to assist with an awareness program for the community in Subang Jaya and MPSJ staff in 3C. NASOM would love to see residents from various community groups present for this talk. Do join us if you can.
Date : This Sunday, 2 August 2009
Time : 10.00am to 12.00 noon
Venue : Kompleks 3C MPSJ, Jalan PJS 11/2, Bandar Sunway
ADMISSION IS FREE!
TALKMuch has been said about autism recently. But what really is autism? – A disease, an illness or a disorder. Is it hereditary, can it be cured? Many are still unaware of this condition whilst some pass it off as a phase in the child’s life and that the child will grow out of it. Mistaken and misunderstood, child with autism are sometimes labelled stupid, mischievous or even institutionalised.Autism is a lifelong complex neurological disorder that affects 65 million worldwide (World Autism Organisation, 2009). It blocks the ability of the child to communicate and inhibits emotional and social development. It is associated with rigid routines or repetitive behaviors such as obsessively following schedules or arranging belongings in a specific way.TALK OUTLINE· What is autism? · Characteristics of autism.· Early signs of abnormality. · Can autism be cured?· How we can help?THE SPEAKERRica Frances Talon, Master of Arts (Major in Psychology), Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines and Master of Education (cand.) University Malaya (Specializing in Special Education) has been working in the field of psychology and education for more than sixteen years. Her work in the sixteen years has seen her involved in various capacities covering human development, which includes assessment, counselling and therapy, education, training and development, supervision, human resource development and research.Her main focus typically involves the development of children, adolescents and adults, including students, teachers, counsellors, administrators as well as other people with special need eg autism, ADD/ADHD, emotional-behavioural disorders and psychiatric problems, Down Syndrome, learning difficulties, brain injury and other at-risk individuals, as well as children and adolescents who are gifted.In 2008, Rica pursued her career further and went to Europe as an academic visitor in Roehampton University, London, Charles University, Prague and Fontys OSO, Netherlands. This was part of a research scholarship funded by the European Commission. Currently, Rica is involved with The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM), providing her professional services as member of the Multi Disciplinary Team.
Thank you. See you there!
Regards,-- Hannah YeohAhli Dewan Undangan Negeri SelangorN.31 Subang Jayahttp://www.hannahyeoh.com
Date : This Sunday, 2 August 2009
Time : 10.00am to 12.00 noon
Venue : Kompleks 3C MPSJ, Jalan PJS 11/2, Bandar Sunway
ADMISSION IS FREE!
TALKMuch has been said about autism recently. But what really is autism? – A disease, an illness or a disorder. Is it hereditary, can it be cured? Many are still unaware of this condition whilst some pass it off as a phase in the child’s life and that the child will grow out of it. Mistaken and misunderstood, child with autism are sometimes labelled stupid, mischievous or even institutionalised.Autism is a lifelong complex neurological disorder that affects 65 million worldwide (World Autism Organisation, 2009). It blocks the ability of the child to communicate and inhibits emotional and social development. It is associated with rigid routines or repetitive behaviors such as obsessively following schedules or arranging belongings in a specific way.TALK OUTLINE· What is autism? · Characteristics of autism.· Early signs of abnormality. · Can autism be cured?· How we can help?THE SPEAKERRica Frances Talon, Master of Arts (Major in Psychology), Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines and Master of Education (cand.) University Malaya (Specializing in Special Education) has been working in the field of psychology and education for more than sixteen years. Her work in the sixteen years has seen her involved in various capacities covering human development, which includes assessment, counselling and therapy, education, training and development, supervision, human resource development and research.Her main focus typically involves the development of children, adolescents and adults, including students, teachers, counsellors, administrators as well as other people with special need eg autism, ADD/ADHD, emotional-behavioural disorders and psychiatric problems, Down Syndrome, learning difficulties, brain injury and other at-risk individuals, as well as children and adolescents who are gifted.In 2008, Rica pursued her career further and went to Europe as an academic visitor in Roehampton University, London, Charles University, Prague and Fontys OSO, Netherlands. This was part of a research scholarship funded by the European Commission. Currently, Rica is involved with The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM), providing her professional services as member of the Multi Disciplinary Team.
Thank you. See you there!
Regards,-- Hannah YeohAhli Dewan Undangan Negeri SelangorN.31 Subang Jayahttp://www.hannahyeoh.com
Sunday, July 19, 2009
TBH - My dear friend; go rest in peace...
We shared the same two chinese characters in our names. We shared the same struggles in our quest for a Better Malaysia. We shared the same roles; you as an assistant to an Exco member amd I with an MP.......so different yet so much in common
But now, as you go to get your rest in peace, the struggle goes on. I pray for closure for your family, friends and relatives. But there will be NO CLOSURE for truth and answers to the final hours of your life.
We must not let your death be in vain; all errors, administrative or otherwise to the procedures of interrogations etc must be corrected.
In the same way, the roles and functions; plus the necessary protection and immunity for PA's must also be addressed. We, the PA's are in a particularly vulnerable position; with little or no official protections but having to bear the roles and responsibilities, in many instances, equal to that of the elected representatives. We are not complaining but we ask to be given due care.
Bro, as you look down now from above, I pray for guidance and protections for all of us here. Be pleased that your passing has indeed brought together everyone from all races and political believes, UNITED as one: One Nation, One People! Kami semua sebagai SATU BANGSA MALAYSIA!
Amen!
But now, as you go to get your rest in peace, the struggle goes on. I pray for closure for your family, friends and relatives. But there will be NO CLOSURE for truth and answers to the final hours of your life.
We must not let your death be in vain; all errors, administrative or otherwise to the procedures of interrogations etc must be corrected.
In the same way, the roles and functions; plus the necessary protection and immunity for PA's must also be addressed. We, the PA's are in a particularly vulnerable position; with little or no official protections but having to bear the roles and responsibilities, in many instances, equal to that of the elected representatives. We are not complaining but we ask to be given due care.
Bro, as you look down now from above, I pray for guidance and protections for all of us here. Be pleased that your passing has indeed brought together everyone from all races and political believes, UNITED as one: One Nation, One People! Kami semua sebagai SATU BANGSA MALAYSIA!
Amen!
Friday, July 10, 2009
ECUMENICAL SOCIAL FORUM
ON
THE CHALLENGE OF REGISTERING
AND BEING A
RESPONSIBLE VOTER !
will be held from
2.00 -4.00PM,
Saturday, 1ST AUGUST 2009
at
TAMIL METHODIST CHURCH, KUALA LUMPUR
197 JALAN SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD, 50470 KUALA LUMPUR
Moderator
Tan Sri Ramon Navaratnam
Panelists
YB Datuk Seri Nizar Jamaluddin
( MP for Bukit Gantang and former Mentri Besar of Perak )
Datuk Ambiga Sreenivasan
(former Bar Council President)
Datuk Christopher Wan Soo Kee
(Member of the Election Commission)
Forum Discussion
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Contact CCM Secretariat
COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF MALAYSIA
No.10. Jalan 11/9 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-79567092 Fax: 03-79560353
Email: cchurchm@streamyx.com Website:ccmalaysia.org
ON
THE CHALLENGE OF REGISTERING
AND BEING A
RESPONSIBLE VOTER !
will be held from
2.00 -4.00PM,
Saturday, 1ST AUGUST 2009
at
TAMIL METHODIST CHURCH, KUALA LUMPUR
197 JALAN SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD, 50470 KUALA LUMPUR
Moderator
Tan Sri Ramon Navaratnam
Panelists
YB Datuk Seri Nizar Jamaluddin
( MP for Bukit Gantang and former Mentri Besar of Perak )
Datuk Ambiga Sreenivasan
(former Bar Council President)
Datuk Christopher Wan Soo Kee
(Member of the Election Commission)
Forum Discussion
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Contact CCM Secretariat
COUNCIL OF CHURCHES OF MALAYSIA
No.10. Jalan 11/9 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 03-79567092 Fax: 03-79560353
Email: cchurchm@streamyx.com Website:ccmalaysia.org
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