"Paying it forward": building a collective community for the community

Sahar, Rafidah (2023) "Paying it forward": building a collective community for the community. In: ACTS: Agents of Change towards Sustainability. Sejahtera Centre for Sustainability and Humanity, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. ISBN 978-967-19408-3-9

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Abstract

The idea of "paying it forward" has come up frequently in my personal and professional lives as a practitioner. Rather than merely navigating through life, I strongly believe that we are here to impact the world positively. My decision to teach Usrah in Action courses is driven by a deep desire to learn more about how I could contribute to society meaningfully and practically. I have witnessed the positive effects of tiny deeds of kindness on people, families, and even communities. I have seen the power of group effort in bringing about positive change in my past work with the local communities in Johor. Wanting to contribute more, education is my most effective instrument for enabling my students to make a difference in their own lives and the lives of others. Teaching the courses provides me the platform to assist my students in becoming active members of society and agents of change by equipping them with the information, abilities, and opportunities they need.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Community empowerment, experiential learning, reflection
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LB Theory and practice of education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB41 Aims and objectives of education. Sustainable education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Sustainable Tourism and Contemporary Languages
Depositing User:	Dr. Rafidah Sahar
Date Deposited:	02 Jul 2024 15:34
Last Modified:	02 Jul 2024 15:34
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/111672

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