Resorts World Genting (RWG) recently hosted the “Ini Jiwa Kita” Merdeka Fashion Show, bringing together children from BRDB Rotary Children’s Residence at the Malay Village, First World Plaza in Genting Highlands.
The children dazzled the audience with their unique and colorful traditional outfits, each enhanced with their own Merdeka-themed decorations.
RWG’s G3 volunteers also helped the children in personalizing their attires with special patches and embellishments.
The collaborative effort made the fashion show a memorable Merdeka celebration for the children.
Genting Green Generation (G3) is RWG’s employee volunteer program dedicated to community engagement and promoting sustainability.
Present at the event were BRDB Rotary Children’s Residence chairman Datuk Chan Kam Fatt, Genting Malaysia Bhd vice-president (corporate relations and communications) Dato’ Sri Kay Atisha Parasuraman, and its executive vice president (leisure, hospitality and lifestyle) Peter Dewey Foster who served as judges for the special Merdeka fashion show.
Dato’ Sri Kay Atisha expressed her joy for the event in having the children from BRDB Rotary Children’s Residence to be part of their Merdeka celebration.
“Today, as we celebrate Merdeka, we come together as one Malaysian family, embracing and recognising every segment of our community.
“This event is a memorable way of acknowledging and appreciating the children of our world, and it serves as a meaningful opportunity to learn and celebrate the rich diversity of our Malaysian culture,” she said.
“It is wonderful to see our G3 volunteers engage with the children, adding personal artistic touches to truly reflect the spirit of Merdeka,” she added.
The fashion show featured six creative groups – Bunga Raya, Harimau Malaya, Jalur Gemilang, Rafflesia, Gunung Kinabalu, and Keris – each showcasing their unique interpretation of Merdeka.
The judging criteria focused on patriotic design, innovative use of materials and colours and the embodiment of the Merdeka spirit.
The top three group winners were awarded food hampers, while all participating groups received special gifts as a recognition of their efforts and creativity.
The children also had endless fun experiencing thrilling rides and attractions at the Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park.
The day out ended with the children presented with a commemorative RWG goodie bag, including a stationery set and a notebook.
BRDB Rotary Children’s Residence is located at Seri Kembangan, Selangor and is a care home for underprivileged and at-risk children.
