Network calls for world to be in ‘nursing’ mode

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MIRI: Global Women’s Peace Network Malaysia has called on global citizens to adopt a ‘nursing’ mode.

Malaysia president Senator Datuk Doris Sophia Brodie said this is necessary because the world is hurting due to overwhelming disasters resulting from various differences and stances of extremism as well as natural calamities.

“We must reflect and repent over all the untoward happenings around us and must have inside all of us a feeling of wanting to rectify such situations and practise it for all goodness as a commitment towards peace and harmony,” said the Dewan Negara Deputy President during a meeting here yesterday.

The agenda included a moment of silence to remember those who perished on board MH17, which was shot down over Ukraine.

Brodie said the people must always remember that peace is the highest virtue as without it there would be unrest internally and externally.

She said the network wants Malaysians to be more caring and courteous as well as to put a stop to extremism.

“We must instead emphasise on appreciating, accepting and respecting one another and must not hesitate to apologise if we have wronged others. By practising this habit, we not only have good feelings but more importantly create a culture of care, love and peace that can be emulated by our young ones,” she said.

“If all of us make an effort each time to do good unto others, we are actually contributing towards making this universe a better place to live in – peace and harmony cannot be taken for granted but can be improved through positive human behaviours and strong feelings of consideration amongst humankind.”

Meanwhile, the network will hold a convention and activities in Kuching in September to spread the message of peace.

“We are looking at the possibility of appointing young peace ambassadors from various schools in Kuching to share and spread peace amongst students,” said Kuching charter leader Angeline Umih, who is organising chairperson.

To join the network call Serawa (019-8845808), Temenggong Elizabeth Deng (016-8743860), Suzanne Lee (019-8856330) or Jemila Bibi (019-8157946).