Dr. Haezreena Begum binti Abdul Hamid, a criminologist and Deputy Dean at the Faculty of Law, Universiti Malaya, advocates for viewing terrorism strictly as a criminal act, devoid of religious or ideological connotations. She emphasizes that rehabilitation programs should target the criminal behavior and psychological tendencies of individuals involved in terrorism, ensuring they no longer pose a threat to society. By recognizing terrorism as a crime, we foster a more accurate and just approach to combating this global issue.
Tan Sri Azhar Harun (Art Harun) said that the uniqueness of this case may prompt discussions on legal reforms and the need for more streamlined processes in the Malaysian judicial system to prevent similar situations in the future.
Inisiatif Seni Halus dan Seni Persembahan bernilai RM150,000 oleh RYTHM Foundation, dilancarkan bersama Aswara dan tokoh budaya terkemuka, menawarkan biasiswa dan geran bagi memperkasa seniman muda Malaysia, merapatkan jurang kewangan demi mengekalkan warisan seni negara.
The RM150,000 Fine and Performing Arts Initiative by RYTHM Foundation, launched in collaboration with Aswara and other cultural luminaries, offers scholarships and grants to empower young Malaysian artists, bridging financial gaps to sustain Malaysia’s cultural legacy.
In a world where corporates pay lip service when it comes to community development, it is heartening to note that there are still organisations that walk the talk. RYTHM Foundation is apparently one of them.