By Sheeda Fathil
AMPANG JAYA, Dec 21 — The Ampang Jaya Municipal Council’s (MPAJ) community event today, held in conjunction with Children’s Day, OKU Day and Senior Citizens’ Day, successfully drew over 500 residents.
Held from 7.30am to 1pm at the MPAJ Convention Centre here, MPAJ president Ani Ahmad said activities at the event were on education, spirituality, health, economy, and culture.
“This event has been held since two years ago, but it is the first at this location. It aims to celebrate and appreciate children, people with disabilities, and senior citizens in areas under MPAJ’s jurisdiction.
“It also aims to nurture care, empathy and support within the community and encourage a healthy lifestyle,” she said when met after officiating the event.
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The Ampang Jaya Municipal Council’s Children’s Day, OKU Day and Senior Citizens’ Day attendees participate in activities available at the community event in Taman Melawati, Ampang, on December 21, 2024. — Picture by MOHD KHAIRUL HELMY MOHD DIN/MEDIA SELANGOR[/caption]
Exciting activities such as zumba, a senior citizen stroll, a colouring contest, decor with fresh produce, a “musang berjanggut” game, and a kids’ talent show.
Also held were health screenings for children and people with disabilities, a prostate cancer awareness talk, a sharing session on ways to care for autistic and dyslexic kids, and sales of handicraft made by people with disabilities.
The Madani community event was organised in collaboration with the residents’ association, Selangor Youth Drivers, Selangor Community Health Volunteers, KPJ Ampang Puteri, Ampang Hospital, and Agriculture Department.
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The Ampang Jaya Municipal Council’s Children’s Day, OKU Day and Senior Citizens’ Day attendees participate in activities available at the community event in Taman Melawati, Ampang, on December 21, 2024. — Picture by MOHD KHAIRUL HELMY MOHD DIN/MEDIA SELANGOR[/caption]
