The SGI-exhibition entitled “Seeds of Hope: Visions of sustainability, steps toward change” was held in three schools in Perak and Selangor in the month of July 2010, drawing some 3,000 visitors. Jointly initiated by SGI and the Earth Charter International, the exhibition stresses our interconnectedness with the rest of the community of life and the need to broaden our sphere of compassion and concern. It encourages viewers to overcome feelings of powerlessness and highlights the fact that a single individual can initiate positive change.

SMJK Yuk Choy

In Ipoh, Perak, the exhibition’s first stop was at SMJK Yuk Choy. The exhibition was one of the main activities held in conjunction with the “Parents Day” of the school. Over 820 people viewed the exhibition. During the opening, Principal Tam Hak Hooi, commended SGM’s efforts to raise awareness on environmental and sustainability issues among the students. SGM Perak, represented by Chairman Lai Soo Ha also donated some books to the library of the school. They were received by Vice-Principal Ong Swee Kok.

SMJK Poi Lam

After SMJK Yuk Choy, “Seeds of Hope” was exhibited on July 12 and 13 at SMJK Poi Lam, Ipoh. The exhibition was held in the school hall, where videos were also shown, to enable students to gain a better understanding the issues related to sustainability and the environment. Around 1,025 people viewed the exhibition.

Two weeks later in Selangor, a total of 1,110 students and teachers of SMK Tinggi Kajang viewed “Seeds of Hope” at the school on July 27, 2010. The exhibition was jointly organised by SGM and the Form Six council of the school. In conjunction with the exhibition, SGM also presented twenty-two books to the school which were received by Principal En Nik Mat bin Nik Man. Accompanying him at the book presentation were teachers Puan Leela and Puan Fam while SGM was represented by Chan Yin Kwan and Celyn Wong.

SMK Tinggi Kajang