NGO’s To Hold Talks At UBD
By Rosli Abidin Yahya

Bandar Seri Begawan - Two local leaders of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Brunei Darussalam will talk about the positive contributions and roles of NGOs to the national development and progress at a brainstorming session to be held tomorrow afternoon (August 25) at the Senate Room, Chancellor Hall, Universiti Brunei Darussalam campus in Tungku Link.

Datin Paduka Hjh Intan Hj Kassim, the President of Brunei Women Graduates Association (PSW), and Hj Shadoon Hj Lamzi, the President of Consumers Association of Brunei Darussalam (CAB), will be the main speakers at the session.

The event, organised by the university's Thursday Club, will look at the positive roles played by private organisations and women's groups to work hand-in-hand with the government on various social and community projects.

Observers said that the tasks in tackling various issues, such as social ills, should not only rest with the government but should also include NGOs who could play positive roles too.

"The participation of various NGOs will contribute towards the implementation of successful community projects and initiatives.

"Women NGOs leaders must also play a vital role in assisting and complementing government initiatives in various projects, in particular those concerning women," they said.

In addition, the role of the family, community and other social networks are crucial in creating an "enabling environment" for the empowerment of NGOs as a strategy to tackle social issues.

The event is open to members of the public as well as students and lecturers.

For further details and enquiries contact Dr Mataim Bakar at 2463001 ext 1394 and Hj Rusli Hj Morni at 2463001 ext 1489. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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