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walk for values - WHY?

When thoughts gather momentum to a galvanized positive force, there will eventuallyexist a visual, tangible and dynamic momentum. It is this principle that the Sathya SaiBaba Central Council of Malaysia unleashed one of the many nation buildingprogrammes titled `Walk for Values’.

The world has increasingly become more vulnerable with natural disasters, globalwarming and a host of other climatic catastrophes. Bhagavan Baba declared in one ofHis discourses that only man is principally the cause of this ecological imbalance which

has resulted in this drastic turn of events. In response, the council in recent years initiated its members to turn towardsconserving energy, go green and promote a consciousness for loving earth.

The simple program that began two years back at SS3 which attracted 650 people to walk for several kilometers andencourage neighborhood to plant trees. The idea of gathering a multi- racial crowd to walk and raise the consciousnessof the public towards greening the earth caught fire, and has over time involved nearly 8000 people to participate in thisnoble endeavor.

The Ministry of National Unity sees this program as a means of bringing many people from all religions and race tocome together for a good cause. The ministry is aiming to organize similar events on a larger scale throughout the

country. The Sathya Sai Central council of Malaysia is aware that what is critically needed are imaginative models tocovey ideals such as these. Walk for Values is indeed such a programme and I have no doubt with the grace of God that

the flame that has been lit will grow into a mighty conflagration of love and unity involving diverse communities toembark on this journey to rescue Mother Earth by evolving a consciousness for the Green.

It’s a walk but the exercise has a difference. On lookers register in their subconscious the message. Children treasurethe journey as a wonderful memory. Adults engage in a rewarding experience and in the crucible of fellowship andcomradeship they hold the flags and banners carrying lofty messages and beautiful sayings on greening the earth.

The journey has begun . A small drop is slowly evolving and a river is soon forming, the gush of which I am sure in the

future will involve millions more. On behalf of the council we congratulate the centres in the nation daring to take thisbold step in creating this wave of change. Let us do whatever we can to preserve the earth. Every effort counts!

Congratulations.

Prof. Dr. Suresh GovindPresident

Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of Malaysia



“The What?”A Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of Malaysia Initiative on Human Values and Environmental Awareness

Vision:

Reigniting Ideal Lifestyle based on Human Values.

Objectives:

• Raise awareness of positive human values such as love,

truth, non-violence, right conduct and peace for a peaceful,

caring and understanding society.

• Draw attention to the urgent need to practice Human Valuesin order to eradicate social and environmental ills that

impoverish our lives and spirit.

• Forge closer, caring and understanding ties amongst

members of society in our country.



“The What?”

A Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of Malaysia Initiative on Human Values and Environmental Awareness

Vision:

Reigniting Ideal Lifestyle based on Human Values.

Objectives:

• Raise awareness of positive human values such as love,

truth, non-violence, right conduct and peace for a peaceful,caring and understanding society.

• Draw attention to the urgent need to practice Human Values

in order to eradicate social and environmental ills thatimpoverish our lives and spirit.

• Forge closer, caring and understanding ties amongst

members of society in our country.

The theme “GO GREEN” brings about a new dimension to instill andreignite the awareness on the importance of protecting andnurturing both, the external environment and nature of the planetand the internal environment and nature on the mind, heart and

spirit based on Human Values.

To organize pervasive Human Values programs as a fun filled

alternative lifestyle for children, teenagers and youth as a follow upactivity after the carnival to sustain and ensure integration of human

values. Sample activities are such as:

• Human Value Debate Competition among Colleges

• Essay Competition among Primary and SecondarySchools

• Human Values Music and Drama Festival

• Health Awareness and Medical Camps for the Needy



“The How?”

The carnival consists of two main segments. The first segment is

the “walk” which is mainly a procession of participants withbanners on human values and go green messages added withfloats and vehicles to attract the community to participate in this

simple yet meaningful activity.

The Walk for Values: Go Green Carnival will gather people to takethe step towards igniting Human Values into their lives.Participants will participate by walking 3-4km from the startingpoint to the finish.

This carnival is open to all communities and for all ages.Participants will be required to dress as creatively and be as

colorful costume/attire as possible and to have human values as

well as messages of the environment (For example :- Be Likea Tree by Giving a Shade, Protect Nature and Nature Will Protect

Us). The Color Code for the attire will be Green.



Upon completion of the walk, the second segment which is theexhibition and performance will be launched with various booths set

up displaying very informative presentation on environment andpromoting healthy lifestyle. Some samples of exhibition booth

includes booth on tree planting, booth on saving water and energy athome, booth on tips to reduce, reuse and recycle materials and

many more. Performances are held to convey the message of “GoGreen” in a creative and attractive manner. The carnival typicallystarts at 7.30am with registration and the walk starts at 8.00am. The

exhibition and performances are completed not later than 11.00am.

This carnival leads to greater connection among members of

community in appreciation of our environment. The carnival is also acall for action to our neighborhood to put values into action. The

carnival will involve participation of multiple organization such as:• Higher Education Institutions

• Neighboring schools

• Corporate/Business Organizations

• Non Governmental Organizations

• Uniform bodies

• Local Communities

• The handicapped and less fortunate (e.g. orphanages, old

folks homes)

These schools/institutions, NGOs, corporate and governmentdepartments are encouraged to participate in follow-up programs asshared earlier to continue increasing the awareness and appreciation

of nature.



“Success Stories”

Walk for Values is an initiative started by the Sathya Sai

organization in Toronto in 2002. In Malaysia, this initiative hasbeen spearheaded by various Sathya Sai Baba Centres inMalaysia. These carnivals have been held in localities in many

states such as Selangor, Federal Territories, Malacca, Johor,Perak, Kedah and Penang.

Here are some pictures and excerpts from local newspapers:

“Walk For Values SS3

Petaling Jaya”



“Walk For Values Sri MudaShah Alam”

“Walk For Values SS3Petaling Jaya”



“Walk For ValuesMalacca”

“Walk For Values Johor Bahru”



“How Can YOU Contribute and Participate?”

Walk for Values- Go Green Carnival is a multi-organization groupeffort. It will only be successful with multiple organization

collaboration from the surrounding community. The carnival’sobjective is to reach out to as many individuals and groups aspossible and is open to all.

All organizations such as corporate, government, NGOs, schools

and higher education institution can support organizing andparticipating in this Walk for Values: Go Green carnival by:

• Bringing in structural or logistics support to help set up the

event.

• Setting up exhibition booth based on “Go Green” message

• Short performances (e.g. dance, sketch or band) based on

“Go Green” message

• Setting up “Go Green” creative floats to lead the “Walk for

Values: Go Green” procession.

• Participate as ‘walkers’ in the event.



Walk for Values: Go Green Carnival has become an impetus to many moreongoing programs across the community where it has been organized.

This has led to expansion of human values and environmental careawareness among school students, local community and other

organizations.

We have proved that this event enables and engages our community touplift their understanding and continuously participate in nation andcharacter building programs. For example:

Johor

Walk for Values: Go Green in Johor Bahru

Interschool Human Values Essay Writing competition

Inter-NGOs Human Values Expo

Selangor

Walk for Values; Go Green in Sri Muda, Shah Alam

Community Cleaning ClubInterschool Musical Drama Competition

Interschool Art & Craft & Interschool Recycle Competition

A Catalyst to Sustainable Expansion

Of Human Values & Environmental CareProgram

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