MIRI: The Dayak Association Miri (DAM) plays a crucial role in fostering community engagement, voluntary work and leadership development among its members particularly within the Iban community.
Having said this, Pemanca Alexander Isut Karin pointed out the significance of active participation in DAM.
“Joining DAM Miri provides a good platform for members to serve, nurture leadership and build networks,” he said during DAM’s new exco members installation and ‘Ngiling Tikai’ dinner here, last night (June 22).
Alexander was representing Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who was unable to attend.
With over 700 members in attendance, the event marked the installation of new executive committee members for the 2024-2025 term.
Alexander also proposed the establishment of a new Dayak cultural centre, noting the importance of DAM’s continued expansion to reach both rural and urban areas.
“Such initiatives are vital for preserving cultural heritage and providing a space for community activities,” he added.
Last night’s event also saw contributions totaling RM25,000 from various dignitaries: RM10,000 each from Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas and Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, and RM5,000 from Deputy Minister of Digital Development Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong.
Additionally, DAM Miri awarded financial assistance to 26 Iban top scorers in their education: RM350 for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) achievers, RM400 for Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) achievers, RM450 for Bachelor’s degree holders, RM500 for Master’s degree holders, and RM550 for Doctorate holders.
Also present were Miri Mayor Adam Yiee Siew Sang, Political Secretary to the Premier Pandang Semat and DAM President Penghulu Wilfred Mac.
