FORUM ON 'ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT DURING POLITICAL TRANSITION

Date: Tuesday, 12 March 2013

Time: 2.00PM – 5.00PM

Venue: The Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Register here: http://economictransition.eventbrite.com/

Malaysians face many uncertainties as they prepare for the nation’s most challenging elections yet. It is becoming more and more evident that Barisan Nasional’s grip over the country is the weakest it has ever been throughout its 55-year history.

Regardless of whether it survives GE-13, the mood is such that Malaysian politics will never be the same again. The regime will now have to deal with a younger, more dynamic and daring generation of voters, the complete opposite of the demographic it has been most used to dictating over the many decades it’s been in power.

And if the opposition Pakatan Rakyat were to wrest power, a key question that remains unresolved in all this is the fate of Malaysia’s economy throughout this wave of transition. Taking into consideration the fact that finance and trade has been for so long driven primarily by a one party system, democratizing the economy will be a priority. How can we ensure that economic policies remain inclusive? What are the values and objectives that will guide the transition? Will the free market be Malaysia’s destiny?

Malaysia has the potential to reflect deeply and meaningfully on these questions because of the unique and advantageous regional context it’s in. The fall of authoritarian regimes in Indonesia and the Philippines in recent history shows that there may be a wealth of lessons Malaysia can learn from its neighbours. Should liberalization be the default solution to mend the inefficiencies of authoritarian economic rule? Or can more robust and just welfare oriented policies be put in place?

It is to reflect on these questions and more that Penang Institute, Institut Rakyat and the Islamic Renaissance Front have come together to organize a seminar on “Economic Management During Political Transition: Experiences from East Asia and Eastern Europe”.

Moderated by Dr. Wong Chin Huat of the Penang Institute, the panel will feature the most eminent economists of our region: Professor Anwar Nasution of Universitas Indonesia, Azrul Azwa Chief Economist of Islamic Bank and Professor Woo Wing Thye, Executive Director of the Penang Institute. The seminar will be officiated by Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Leader of the Opposition on Tuesday, 12 March 2013 at The Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

WORKSHOP ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS MARKETING AND NETWORKING

This 1-day social media workshop is ideal for older adults who:

• intend to start their own online business at minimal costs
• want to market their products and services using social media
• already know the basics of social media marketing but want to learn more
• are interested in extending their network of friends via social media
• have difficulty following computer classes catering to mixed-age groups
• have no one patient enough to teach them how to use social media at a pace they can follow.
• enjoy learning new things and meeting new people

If any of the above applies to you, we recommend that you register for the workshop. You will be learning together with your peers in an environment that is comfortable, friendly and supportive. There will be facilitators on hand to assist you if you have any problems.

A registration fee of RM40 applies, payable at the door. We are expecting a full house as this is a unique opportunity for older folks (like me!) to learn new skills and apply the new knowledge.

Due to space constraint, seats are limited. To ensure a seat, send an email to seniorsaloud@gmail.com, and give your full name and contact number. Or call Lily at +6012-306 8391 or Kamil at +6019-664 1951.

We would appreciate it if you could inform us in advance should you be unable to attend after you have registered. Your seat can be given to those on the waiting list.  Thank you.

More information and updates will be posted individually to registered participants.
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Workshop content:

- Getting familiar with online marketing jargon and technical terms
- Examining ways to improve your website to attract more traffic and sales
- Creating your own blog – a must have for business
- Promoting your website / blog on Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin & Google +)
- Video marketing – an under-utilized resource to market your product and service
- Building your database of fans and followers for your business and social network
- Emailing as a marketing tool
- Analyzing and measuring your results

What to bring: (Updated)

• your own lap-top/note-book - if you don't have one, bring your iPad, or you can share
• cables and battery chargers for your lap-top
• a sweater in case you feel cold as you will be in an air-con environment from 9am to 5pm.

What will be provided: (Updated)

• Free wireless internet access
• Free flow of drinking water, coffee and tea
• Two refreshment breaks
• Workshop materials 
• Stationery

NOTE: Lunch break is from 12.30pm-2.00pm. Lunch is NOT provided. Participants may have their lunch at the food courts at Mid-Valley Mall or The Gardens Mall.


Registration (Updated) 

• You have to register at the front desk on the ground floor lobby to get your visitor's pass. Please make sure you have your identity card with you.
• Proceed to Level 7, Plug & Play. Workshop registration fee will be collected at the door.

Parking (Updated)

Location of Plug & Play

South Tower lobby entrance, and entrance to Zone B parking

Zone B and Zone U are the recommended parking zones. See below for the rates.

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Trainer Profile

Evanna Phoon, is founder of several successful online businesses including www.MalaysiaWills.com and www.GoogleForSME.com. She holds a degree in Electronic Engineering (majoring in Micro-Electronics) and has six years of working experience with multinational companies such as Motorola, Intel Corporation and Western Digital.

Always a go-getter and trend-setter, in 2010, Evanna decided to experiment with a new way of doing business using Google’s cloud computing, internet marketing and social media. Her bold move reaped rewards and she has not looked back since. In 2012, she successfully implemented an automated system to run her businesses, which she called M.B.A (Management of Business by Absence). Together with her partner, they were the first in Malaysia to provide FREE educational webinars to the public on Financial Planning.

Evanna was invited to speak at the International World Bloggers Summit 2011 sharing the same stage as one of Malaysia’s foremost bloggers YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. She has also spoken at Rockwills CEO Achievers’ Congress 2011 and at Malaysia SME Business Networking Seminar. She has been interviewed by the print and electronic media, and was recently featured in Nanyang Siang Pao SME/SMI Business for her online business success. She remains passionate about helping SMEs generate high profits with more efficiency using the power of the internet and social media.

Today Evanna has established herself as a staunch proponent of using social media tools to drive businesses. She regularly conducts workshops on Internet Marketing at Women's Institute of Management. You can check out samples of her social media marketing at Malaysiawills and view her videos on Youtube.

1-DAY CAREGIVERS WORKSHOP

FREE HEALTH TALK AND BLOOD SCREENING

PKR FUND-RAISING DINNER

HEALTH TALK ON 'THE MYTH OF AGEING'

(The text below is adapted from Friends to Mankind website)

Ageing is inevitable, but, ageing gracefully is a choice.

By year 2030, Malaysia will become an aged-nation with 15% being elderly. 75% of Malaysians do not exercise. This means that we will have a larger population of older persons who are unhealthy. It will inevitably impact the nation as a whole - its economy, expenditure on healthcare services and management of poverty levels.

Choice - a simple solution that is waiting to be made. We experience life based on the choices we make. One can either splurge on products and quick-fixes to fight anti-ageing or simply decide to give instructions to our bodies by regaining personal mastery over oneself.

‘The Myth of Ageing’ is an invitation to do this and to get busy living life totally.

In the wake of this, Friends to Mankind is organising ‘The Myth of Ageing’ health talk to transform the view of ageing amongst Malaysians. It is an insightful event that awakens the power of choice in individuals - to age gracefully. It is an action to move from being unconscious about one’s health, to being aware and consciously participate in ageing gracefully.

Dr Rico Ricketts, a 70-year old consultant and coach on wellness and ageing from Canada, is a walking testament of how ageing is a myth. He says, "I see how devastating it can be when the body is not vital and well; and being unwell impacts families, villages, communities and nations. There is an amazing opportunity to make a contribution at a national level, starting with the individual taking personal responsibility."

He will be speaking on the key elements that contribute to ageing, the exploding myths that contribute to common diseases and the fundamentals of managing a healthy lifestyle. His talk will give insights on how it is more than merely nutrition and eating patterns, but a state of empowering oneself that can break the myth of ageing.

He affirms that, "I think there is a way that one can age gracefully and that guarantees one’s quality of life." "People are not thinking about ageing – it is not on their agenda. The body only grabs your attention when you are sick."

Consultant Geriatrician Dr Rajbans Singh, who is also President of the Malaysian Wellness Society, will be speaking on 'The 10 Points of Healthy Ageing' at the same event.

Date: Saturday 19 January 2013
Time: 9.30am to 1.00pm
Venue: Tropicana Medical Centre, Kota Damansara
Admission: Free

For more information, kindly contact Agnes at 019-3829328 or Uma at 012-3346320.

MEDICAL YOGA WORKSHOP

JOIN THE GREEN WALK

ARTIVISM: BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES AND NETWORKS

Venue: PSCAP Studio, 8C, Jalan Panggung, off Jalan Sultan (near Pasar Seni LRT Station)

"Artivism: Building Sustainable Communities and Networks" Public Talk

RakanKL and Petaling Street Community Arts Project (PSCAP) would like to invite everyone to this public dialogue: "Artivism: Building Community and Networks" this coming SUNDAY NOV 11.

Presenters include: representatives from local arts and urban advocacy organisations such as Rumah Air Panas (RAP), Urbanify, Sasaran Art Association etc. Visiting members of the Japan-based Asahi Arts Festival and The Japan Foundation, KL will be there.

This first-ever gathering aims to foster greater understanding and communication amongst the various civil society presenters and the public. We hope to highlight civil society efforts towards building sustainable communities through various creative projects.

We believe that this gathering is important and historic for several reasons. Communities in KL and urban Malaysia – like others around the world – are severely under threat by unregulated development and urbanization pressures. This dialogue aims to raise awareness on the larger question of how we all can find a right balance between the state's and private capital's claim to development versus a community's right to a sustainable and harmonious environment.

Presenters have 10-15 minutes to share their visions for sustainable communities as well as actions and projects initiated to promote these goals, along with concerns and issues faced.

Open Q&A session after.

Participating organisations will also sell merchandise at booths to raise funds for their activities.

Dialogue will be conducted in English & Chinese, supplemented with English & Japanese translations.

Event is free and open to the public.

Your participation and presence at this event is greatly appreciated！

MEET THE UBAH DREAM MACHINE