SCSH 1201 SECT 503 : SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Today, in the SCSH class, we discussed SDG 16: the need for strong institutions to achieve peaceful and inclusive societies. The class was very informative and made us reflect a lot. Our teacher, Sir Ali, led the discussion with some interesting questions, which really put all of us into deep thought about our role in society. A key moment in class was when Sir Ali asked us, “Why do we need to find resources on earth?” This simple question meant more than I first realized. The answer, as Sir Ali explained, was about survival. In today’s world, where resources are limited and populations keep increasing, finding and managing resources is very important for both people and the planet to stay healthy. What struck me most was the point made by Sir Ali: water is the most valuable resource on earth. It's easy to forget how important water is in our daily lives, but we cannot live without it. His talk made me reflect on the rising global water problems and how important it is to take care...

On the second week, my group and I opted to hand out mini burgers, a tasty and easy option that people could enjoy while on the move. These mini burgers were made with care by a friend of one of my teammates, Dhia, who kindly offered to assist us with our project. The sight of the deliciously packed burgers filled me with excitement as my group got ready to share them with the community. I helped my group set up our distribution at the same location as we did last week, which is at the KSTCL cafe. When we arrived and organised our station, there were already curious faces eager to grab a free breakfast. With big smiles and open arms, we handed out the mini burgers to everyone who came by. The response was fantastic, and it didn’t take long for us to run out of burgers. Sadly, some people who arrived late were left disappointed. Even though we had a limited supply, the second day of our free breakfast project was a great success. We could see the appreciation from the students who recei...

For today’s class, we delved deeper into using Sejahtera as a concept for SDG. Learning about Sejahtera and how it connects to Islamic values has really opened my eyes. Sejahtera, which means well-being or peace, is much more than just feeling comfortable or relaxed. It has deep roots in spiritual, emotional, and social aspects, especially when we look at it through Islamic teachings. As Sir Ali taught us more about it, I found that it aligns closely with important Islamic ideas like Tawheed (the oneness of God), Akhlak (good character), and Ihsan (doing good). The well-being that Sejahtera encourages is linked to the condition of our hearts, the purity of our actions, and how strong our relationship with God is. It shows that true well-being isn't just about having material things; it's about balancing faith, good deeds, and moral values. Sejahtera is not only about personal peace but also about creating social harmony, justice, and compassion for others. What really stood out...

For the project assignment, my group, Group 7, decided to split our initiative into two different days. During the first half of the project, our group of five classmates met at KSTCL’s café to give out free sandwiches as part of our plan to help with SDG 2: Zero Hunger. Thanks to some generous donations, we made a bunch of sandwiches like chocolate banana, chocolate cereal, and even savoury option like egg mayo. I remembered being both excited and nervous while setting up the table, hoping people would like the food that were offered. I’m not much of a social person, so it was intimidating to approach people at first, but I got the hang of it quite easily. Since it was early in the morning, students who just came to KSTCL approached to our table, curious about the free food. At first, they were hesitant, but once they tried the sandwiches, they really liked them. The feedback was super positive, and many students thanked our group for the delicious treat. It felt great to see them enj...

Today in class, I learned about a concept called Sejahtera, and it really stuck with me. At first, I thought it just meant well-being, but it turned out to be so much more. Sejahtera is about finding balance and harmony in all areas of life—physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and environmental. This idea really resonated with me, especially when I saw how it connects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Unlike most traditional definitions of well-being, which pivot around money or success, Sejahtera encompasses spiritual, emotional, and social parts combined to bring about a holistic life. The similarities between Sejahtera and the SDGs were clear. The SDGs support a holistic way of development, seeking to address big problems such as poverty, inequality, and harm to the environment. Sejahtera augments this by nurturing well-being not only for the world or communities but also for every individual. For instance, SDG 3 focuses on ensuring that everybody gets to live health...

At the start of today's class, Sir Ali first asked us about Maqasid Shariah and how much do we understand about it. There were various responses, some knew about the term fully while others only grasping the basic concept of it. Maqasid literally means intent, objective and purpose with a desire to create harmony with others, relating to welfare, interest, or benefit. Shariah on the other hand is a broad term that refers to the sense of principles and rulings in Islamic law, and represents the way to Allah SWT. Overall, Maqasid Shariah could be classified as the higher objectives of the rules of Shariah. This meant enhancing the public good and avoiding actions that are likely to harm individuals and society. It shows that Islam puts a lot of importance on achieving social and economic justice as well as enhancing the welfare of the community, which is what SDG was established for.  There are 5 principles of Maqasid Shariah, and each one of them could be connected to at least one e...