Came across this website http://freedomfilmfest.komas.org/ from EngageMedia and highlighted the awakening of Malaysians and politicans alike from the March 8 2008 General Election. Well, just click on their site and check out some works they are embarking on. But here's a intro clip from them which objectively shows what the people can do to bring about change - VOTE!
Yes, you got that right. As you might already know, FreedomFilmFest is looking for stories of real change - after Malaysia’s 2008 general elections.
As depicted in our thematic video above, we see a woman being empowered after exercising her right as a Malaysian to vote. Are there changes in your life? Or is everything still the same ol’ story? It is all about what your perception of real change in Malaysia!
So why ‘Real Change?’ You see, we wanted to highlight the reawakening of the people’s power in bringing forth change to the nation. At the end of the day, we want Malaysians to realize that for change to happen - it must start within ourselves. As the famous quote by Gandhi goes, “Be the change you want to see in the world”.
During the launch of FreedomFilmFest2009 in February, different versions of Real Change stories have came out during the discussion. To some, nipping corruption is a sign of real change. Although it is not possible to end corruption in Malaysia overnight - it is a start. And for others, the increasing role of women in contributing to the development in Malaysia compared to years ago is a sign of real change!
Do keep in mind that these changes need not necessarily be political. It could be something you experience in your normal daily life - however mundane it may be, or maybe even at work or during class lectures. It could even be within yourself, did you suddenly feel more brave to voice out your thoughts since last year? Is the atmosphere in your classroom ’different‘? If you are a lecturer or a teacher, did you see any changes among your students?
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