Driving ta’awun and ukhuwwah through Malaysia Madani values in workplace diversity

Mhd. Sarif, Suhaimi and Yahya, Rohaziah and Firmansah, Yayan (2025) Driving ta’awun and ukhuwwah through Malaysia Madani values in workplace diversity. In: 32nd Kuala Lumpur International Business, Economics and Law Conference, 31 May - 1 June 2025, Bangi Resort Hotel, Selangor, Malaysia.

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Abstract

In a globalized workplace, diversity is an essential force that enhances work productivity and organizational performance. Taawun (mutual cooperation) and ukhuwwah (mutual bonding) can drive effective diversity. This is especially strategic when supported by the values of Malaysia Madani. Thus, this study explores how workplace diversity can be driven by taawun (mutual cooperation) and ukhuwwah (mutual bonding) through the core values of Malaysia Madani. These core values, represented by the acronym MADANI, include keMampanan (sustainability), kesejAhteraan (prosperity), Daya cipta (innovation), hormAt (respect), keyakiNan (trust), and Ihsan (compassion). Each of these values plays a vital role in promoting a harmonious work environment, even amidst diversity. Through qualitative focus group discussions (FGDs) with a diverse group of staff members from Islamic universities across Southeast Asia, the informants argued that taawun and ukhuwwah are effective driving forces in aligning diverse groups of individuals with shared values in the workplace, via Malaysia Madani values. The ultimate goal of Malaysia Madani is to cultivate ukhuwwah among individuals from various backgrounds within the workplace. This aligns closely with the practice of ta'awun, as it fosters mutual cooperation and respect, despite differences in ethnicity, culture, and personal beliefs. However, the participants noted that one of the significant challenges in achieving this goal lies in the divergence of personal life goals, particularly the pursuit of al-Falah (success or victory), which varies across individuals due to their different life experiences and beliefs. For future research, the study recommends using mixed methods to enhance the results.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Plenary Papers)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Workplace Diversity, Taawun, Ukhuwwah, Malaysia Madani
Subjects:	BPH Islamic Economics > BPH830.3 Social systems. Urban groups. Cities and towns. Sustainable urban development H Social Sciences > HF Commerce > HF5001 Business. Business Administration > HF5387 Business ethics H Social Sciences > HF Commerce > HF5001 Business. Business Administration > HF5549 Personnel management
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences > Department of Business Administration
Depositing User:	Dr Suhaimi Mhd Sarif
Date Deposited:	11 Jun 2025 11:55
Last Modified:	11 Jun 2025 11:55
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121412

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