Community Resilience Intervention Programmes

Professor Dr Amirah Diniaty M.Pd. Kons.

Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Collaboration
Lecturer of Guidance and Counseling
Faculty of Education and Teacher Training
Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau
Indonesia

Dr Ida Juliana Hutasuhut

Senior Lecturer, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)

Topic: Teachers as the Change Agent: Building Resilience Through Assertive Training

Venue: Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia Kuching, Jalan Central Tengah

The resilience of teachers in border areas in facing various challenging student conditions needs to be strengthened with assertiveness skills. So that they can become agents of change for their students. Assertiveness training is included in the behavioral approach that can be applied especially in interpersonal situations, where individuals have difficulty accepting the fact that stating or asserting themselves is a proper or correct action. This training will help people who are unable to express anger or feelings of offense, have difficulty saying "no", feel they have no right to have their own feelings and thoughts. Assertiveness training reduces explosive hostile behavior or reduces passive behavior, starting from the teacher so that they become models for their students. The aspects that are strengthened are how to carry out assertive communication with eye contact, gestures, facial expressions, volume, timing, and listening and responding skills.

Dr Florianna Lendai Michael Mulok

Senior Lecturer at Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development, UNIMAS
Research Fellow at Institute of Sustainable & Renewable Energy (ISuRE) and Human Resilience & Potential Centre

Prof Ts Dr Shanti Faridah binti Salleh

Senior Director
Institute of Sustainable & Renewable Energy (ISuRE)
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

Topic: Integrating Sustainable Livelihood Indicators for Socio-Economic Growth and Natural Capital Conservation

Venue: Kampung Assum, Padawan

Climate change presents significant risks to communities whose livelihoods depend on natural resources, such as farmers and fishermen. The programme, "Building Climate Resilience: Thriving in a Changing Environment," is designed to empower these groups by equipping them with knowledge and practical tools to adapt to climate risks and ensure sustainable livelihoods. Through participatory activities such as vulnerability mapping, skill-based workshops, and action plan development, participants will learn strategies like climate-smart agriculture, sustainable fishing practices, and collective disaster preparedness. The programme also emphasizes fostering community collaboration and leveraging local resources to enhance resilience. By the end of the programme, participants will have developed practical skills and a community-driven action plan tailored to address climate challenges while protecting their livelihoods. This initiative aims to build adaptive capacity and inspire long-term resilience among vulnerable communities in the face of a changing climate.

Mohamad Nazwan Mohamad Taufik

General Manager
Yayasan DeeHati
Dee Hati for Grief, Bereavement & Trauma Centre
Kuching , Sarawak

Topic: Grief Support Application for Grievers

Venue: Dee Hati for Grief, Bereavement & Trauma Centre, Kuching , Sarawak

This topic focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively use grief support applications to assist individuals navigating their grief journey. Designed for caregivers, mental health professionals, and support volunteers, through practical guidance and real-life scenarios, attendees will learn what to say, how to say it, and how to recognize signs of deep emotional distress, fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for grievers.

This community programme is funded and supported by the Sarawak Social Development Council, Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development

Associate Professor Dr Sopian Bujang

Director & co-Founder for Human Resilience & Potential Centre
Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

Topic: Community Resilience on Environment - Sustainabile Waste Management

Venue: Kampung Beradek, Kuching

In this program, we will explore the waste management challenges faced by the community at Kampung Beradek, Kuching, due to the lack of proper waste disposal infrastructure, including systems for waste segregation, recycling, and composting. The community's reliance on harmful methods, such as burning and burying waste, leads to the release of toxic pollutants into the air, contamination of soil and water, and long-term environmental damage, as non-organic materials take centuries to decompose. The program will focus on potential solutions through educational outreach on recycling, and community-driven initiatives to encourage composting. By equipping the villagers with the knowledge and tools for responsible waste management, we aim to foster sustainable practices. This initiative will help create a cleaner, healthier environment and ensure a more resilient Kampung Beradek for future generations.

Dr Wan Norizan Wan Hashim

Senior Lecturer, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)

Associate Professor Dr Rehman Ullah Khan

Senior Lecturer, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)

Topic: Economic Resilience – Empowering the Community Through Digital Sustainability

Venue: Kampung Trombol, Kuching

The Kampung Trombol Community Empowerment Program aims to enhance local ecotourism through digital transformation and skill development. This initiative involves designing and developing a website and mobile application to promote the village’s unique tourism offerings, including Paradise Beach. Additionally, the program provides hands-on training to equip the community with the skills needed to maintain and manage their digital platforms. A key component includes drafting a proposal focusing on digital marketing strategies to boost local businesses and tourism visibility. By integrating technology and community engagement, this program fosters sustainable economic growth and digital empowerment for Kampung Trombol.