Introduction and Theme
| 08 April 2010
Introduction
Malay College Youth Development Summit (MCYDS) is a programme worthy of its existence as it is an important platform in the development of human capital in line with the second aspiration contained in the National Education Blueprint emphasizing on the building of towering personality-character building as well as developing students with competitive outlook.
With the theme of “Preserving Heritage,Promoting Development” it is hoped that all the students who take part in the programme will understand the role they have to play as individuals in their communities which demands them to be responsible, committed, to be the agents of change, to serve their communities, to subscribe to positive traits and be creative in carrying out their plans.
The summit aims at inculcating leadership qualities and a sense of social responsibility towards the community amongst the youth of today. It is expected that the ideas exchanged during the summit will empower students to understand the role of leadership in community development. It is indeed an advantageous programme for the students as it creates the chances for them to exchange ideas, experiences and knowledge. Therefore, this summit will hopefully succeed in serving as a tool towards the establishment and realizing the aspiration of producing of dynamic generation.
The Malay College Kuala Kangsar is the first and the only school in Malaysia which organises a summit of similar nature.It was first organised in 2008 and now has become an annual programme for the school.
Theme
Preserving Heritage, Promoting Progress
This theme is chosen in realising that culture and heritage are interconnected in moulding human civilisation and also help in shaping a progressive Malaysian society. In globalised world, respecting each other culture and heritage is the fundamental precondition in creating a harmonious society.