Reflection on Sustainable Development

The summary of what I learned in this week's class is about the limits of having a good environment to achieve Sustainable Development environment.  Why must there be a need for Sustainable Development? because: overexploitation of natural resources           - more than 60% of the world's marine fisheries are declining.            - to sustain resources for future generations.  climate change           - increase in atmospheric temperature and extreme weather events.           - from current human activities and unchanged habits will greatly impact the next generation.  scarcity resources           - Food production needs to double over the next 40 years.           - due to many agricultural lands being degraded for project development            - our next generation may suffer a scarcity...

 Book Exhibition at KAED Gallery It is a book our Prof suggested for us to read, named Science for Sustainable Development: Islamic and Interfaith Perspective.  This book was published by Institut Kefahaman Islam Malaysia (IKIM). It talks about Islamic perspectives on how approaches to science, and sustainable development are related to each other. It reveals to the readers the close relationship between science and sustainable development and the urgent need to address the issue from the spiritual and cultural perspectives. This book can be a perfect reference for understanding the interaction of science, sustainable development, and spiritual dimensions.     

Week 4   In week 4 I went to RCE Exhibition in ICC, IIUM.  It is an exhibition that gathers a lot of organizations that based on Sustainable Development. we also had a session with alumni of IIUM and she shared about her Projek Buku Jalanan Chow Kit (BJCK). How they as a non-profit organization (NGO) volunteer to give free education to street kids at Chow Kit. From a small number of members going to Chow Kit and open tables on the street for the kids to get informal education session.   I learned that children have rights which are important for us as adults to ensure they get their rights: right for education right for security right for rest and playing  right for health    These are what Projek Buku Jalanan Chow Kit tried to convey, to protect, care, and provide what they (the kids) should get.  These are to prepare the kids  to become responsible and contributing members of society, they believe that at risk youths need a safe environment...

 Maqasid Shariah and Sustainable Development For this week I've learned about Maqasid Shariah (Objectives of Islamic Law) and how it relates to Sustainable Development. As sustainable development strives for a balance in economy, social, and environment, Islam too derives a balance between the three based on Maqasid Shariah which aims to promote and protect the well-being of people and nature. We can see both elements share the same goals to ensure justice and equity, the sustainability of human beings, and achieve environmental stewardship. However, in Islam, Maqasid Shariah has the role of guiding sustainable development to build an ummah of Rahmatan Lil Alamin.  There are 5 key principles of Maqasid Shariah and we can see how it is connected with Sustainable Development to achieve specific goals.    The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is to offer a universal framework for sustaining peace and prosperity for both people and the environment together involvin...

Short brief of what I have learn in week 2. It is about:  How to sustain the society from an Islamic perspective? sustainable development in Islam emphasizes about the economy, environment and social.  Islam and Environmental Sustainability People should realize that the conservation of the environment is religious duty demanded by Allah. And do good as Allah has done good to you. And desire not corruption in the land. Indeed, Allah does not like corrupters." ( QS. [28]Al-Qasas verse 77 ) Islam and Economic Sustainability In Islam also promotes development and both socially and economically.  "That is so because Allah will never change a grace which He has bestowed on a people until they change what is in their own selves. And verily, Allah is All-Hearer, All-Knower." (Al-Quran, 8:53) Islam prohibits poverty as it is close to disbelief (kufr). Islam provides effective means for socio-economic improvement via Waqf (endowment) and Zakat (alms) provisions, indeed, these...

 Introduction to Sustainable Development      The photo above shows the goals for Sustainable Development that we discussed in our first week of class.   Sustainable Development about, from my understanding: Development goals that balance social, economic, and environmental sustainability which will ensure all people around the world live in peace and prosperity.  To resolve crises in a country and maintain life balance such as good health, a clean environment, and a stable economy.  How can we implement SDGs in our life as a student?  Apply 3R, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle for the things we no longer use.  Always take care of the cleanliness of our surroundings.  Eat healthy to ensure good health and well-being, especially as a student. Gain new knowledge and develop new skills to promote sustainable development through education.