walk for values - WHY?

When thoughts gather momentum to a galvanized positive force, there will eventually
exist a visual, tangible and dynamic momentum. It is this principle that the Sathya Sai
Baba Central Council of Malaysia unleashed one of the many nation building
programmes titled `Walk for Values’.

The world has increasingly become more vulnerable with natural disasters, global
warming and a host of other climatic catastrophes. Bhagavan Baba declared in one of
His discourses that only man is principally the cause of this ecological imbalance which
has resulted in this drastic turn of events. In response, the council in recent years initiated its members to turn towards
conserving energy, go green and promote a consciousness for loving earth.

The simple program that began two years back at SS3 which attracted 650 people to walk for several kilometers and
encourage neighborhood to plant trees. The idea of gathering a multi- racial crowd to walk and raise the consciousness
of the public towards greening the earth caught fire, and has over time involved nearly 8000 people to participate in this
noble endeavor.

The Ministry of National Unity sees this program as a means of bringing many people from all religions and race to
come together for a good cause. The ministry is aiming to organize similar events on a larger scale throughout the
country. The Sathya Sai Central council of Malaysia is aware that what is critically needed are imaginative models to
covey ideals such as these. Walk for Values is indeed such a programme and I have no doubt with the grace of God that
the flame that has been lit will grow into a mighty conflagration of love and unity involving diverse communities to
embark on this journey to rescue Mother Earth by evolving a consciousness for the Green.

It’s a walk but the exercise has a difference. On lookers register in their subconscious the message. Children treasure
the journey as a wonderful memory. Adults engage in a rewarding experience and in the crucible of fellowship and
comradeship they hold the flags and banners carrying lofty messages and beautiful sayings on greening the earth.

The journey has begun . A small drop is slowly evolving and a river is soon forming, the gush of which I am sure in the
future will involve millions more. On behalf of the council we congratulate the centres in the nation daring to take this
bold step in creating this wave of change. Let us do whatever we can to preserve the earth. Every effort counts!

Congratulations.

Prof. Dr. Suresh Govind

President
Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of Malaysia
  
 

The Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of Malaysia

(SSBCCM) is an interfaith non- governmental organization
that is dedicated towards the promotion and preservation of
human values and towards offering selfless service to the
poor, sick and needy. The organization is built on the
foundations of these human values as its belief and as its
organization’s guiding principle. In line with its objectives,
SSBCCM is now in its mission to reach out to the general public
by bringing about the awareness of Human Values.

VISION

An interfaith non-profit NGO dedicated towards the promotion of

Human Values and consciousness of selfless service to the poor, sick
and needy for Nation Building.
 
 
MISSION

In line with its objectives, SSBCCM is now in its mission to reach out
to the general public by bringing about the awareness of Human
Values. SSBCCM has introduced the SAI-CARE initiative which is
a variety of Human Values initiatives focusing in the areas of
Spiritual, Medical, Education and Service to Society.
 

“The What?”
A Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of 
Malaysia Initiative on Human Values and 
Environmental Awareness 

Vision:
Reigniting Ideal Lifestyle based on Human Values.

Objectives:

• Raise awareness of positive human values such as love,

truth, non-violence, right conduct and peace for a peaceful,
caring and understanding society.
• Draw attention to the urgent need to practice Human Values
in order to eradicate social and environmental ills that
impoverish our lives and spirit.
• Forge closer, caring and understanding ties amongst
members of society in our country.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The theme “GO GREEN” brings about   a new dimension to instill and
 
reignite the awareness on the  importance of protecting and
nurturing both, the external environment
  and nature of the planet
and the internal environment and  nature on the mind, heart and
 

spirit based on Human Values.  

 
 
“The What?”  
To organize pervasive Human Values   programs as a fun filled
A Sathya Sai Baba Central Council of   
alternative lifestyle for children, teenagers
  and youth as a follow up
Malaysia Initiative on Human Values and 
activity after the carnival to sustain  and ensure integration of human
Environmental Awareness 
values. Sample activities are such as: 
 
 

Vision:• Human Value Debate Competition among Colleges

 
 
• Essay Competition among   Primary and Secondary
Reigniting Ideal Lifestyle
Schools based on Human
  Values.
 
• Human Values Music  and Drama Festival
• Health Awareness and  Medical Camps for the Needy
 
Objectives:  
 
 
• Raise awareness of positive  human values such as love,
 
truth, non-violence, right conduct
  and peace for a peaceful,
caring and understanding society.
 
 
• Draw attention to the urgent need  to practice Human Values
in order to eradicate social  and environmental ills that
 
impoverish our lives and spirit.
 
• Forge closer, caring and understanding
  ties amongst
members of society in our country.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
“The How?”

The carnival consists of two main segments. The first segment is

the “walk” which is mainly a procession of participants with
banners on human values and go green messages added with
floats and vehicles to attract the community to participate in this
simple yet meaningful activity.

The Walk for Values: Go Green Carnival will gather people to take
the step towards igniting Human Values into their lives.
Participants will participate by walking 3-4km from the starting
point to the finish.

This carnival is open to all communities and for all ages.

Participants will be required to dress as creatively and be as
colorful costume/attire as possible and to have human values as
well as messages of the environment (For example :- Be Like
a Tree by Giving a Shade, Protect Nature and Nature Will Protect
Us). The Color Code for the attire will be Green.
Upon completion of the walk, the second segment which is the
exhibition and performance will be launched with various booths set
up displaying very informative presentation on environment and
promoting healthy lifestyle. Some samples of exhibition booth
includes booth on tree planting, booth on saving water and energy at
home, booth on tips to reduce, reuse and recycle materials and
many more. Performances are held to convey the message of “Go
Green” in a creative and attractive manner. The carnival typically
starts at 7.30am with registration and the walk starts at 8.00am. The
exhibition and performances are completed not later than 11.00am.

This carnival leads to greater connection among members of

community in appreciation of our environment. The carnival is also a
call for action to our neighborhood to put values into action. The
carnival will involve participation of multiple organization such as:
• Higher Education Institutions
• Neighboring schools
• Corporate/Business Organizations
• Non Governmental Organizations
• Uniform bodies
• Local Communities
• The handicapped and less fortunate (e.g. orphanages, old
folks homes)

These schools/institutions, NGOs, corporate and government

departments are encouraged to participate in follow-up programs as
shared earlier to continue increasing the awareness and appreciation
of nature.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
“Success Stories”  
 
 
Walk for Values is an initiative
  started by the Sathya Sai
 
organization in Toronto in 2002.
  In Malaysia, this initiative has
been spearheaded by various   Sathya Sai Baba Centres in
 
Malaysia. These carnivals have
 
been held in localities in many
states such as Selangor, Federal
  Territories, Malacca, Johor,
Perak, Kedah and Penang.  
 
 
Here are some pictures and excerpts
  from local newspapers:
 
 
 
 
  “Walk For Values SS3
 
 
Petaling Jaya”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  “Walk For Values SS3
  Petaling Jaya”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  “Walk For Values Sri Muda
 
  Shah Alam”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
“Walk For
  Values
Malacca”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  “Walk For Values Johor Bahru”
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
“How Can YOU Contribute and Participate?”
 
 
 
 
Walk for Values- Go Green Carnival
 
is a multi-organization / group
effort. It will only be successful
  with multiple organization
collaboration from the surrounding
 
 
community. The carnival’s
objective is to reach out to as  many individuals and groups as
possible and is open to all.  
 
 
All organizations such as corporate,
  government, NGOs, schools
 
and higher education institution  
can support organizing and
participating in this Walk for Values:
  Go Green carnival by:
 
 
• Bringing in structural or  logistics support to help set up the
event.  
 
• Setting up exhibition booth  based on “Go Green” message
• Short performances (e.g.  dance, sketch or band) based on
 
“Go Green” message  
• Setting up “Go Green” creative
  floats to lead the “Walk for
 
Values: Go Green” procession.
 
• Participate as ‘walkers’ in  the event.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A Catalyst to Sustainable Expansion
Of Human Values & Environmental Care
Program

Walk for Values: Go Green Carnival has become an impetus to many more
ongoing programs across the community where it has been organized.
This has led to expansion of human values and environmental care
awareness among school students, local community and other
organizations.

We have proved that this event enables and engages our community to
uplift their understanding and continuously participate in nation and
character building programs. For example:

Johor
Walk for Values: Go Green in Johor Bahru
 
Interschool Human Values Essay Writing competition
Inter-NGOs Human Values Expo

Selangor
Walk for Values; Go Green in Sri Muda, Shah Alam
 
Community Cleaning Club
Interschool Musical Drama Competition
Interschool Art & Craft & Interschool Recycle Competition
  
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The logo signifies the unification of mankind,
  walking the path of Human
Values in creating a peaceful, loving  and caring society. The blue and red
 

circles resemble our nation and the  heart shaped design signifies the
people of Malaysia walking together  towards a peaceful and harmonious
 
nation guided by the principle of love,  care and understanding.
 
 
 
We hope that this event will be able  to raise the awareness of positive
human values such as love, truth, non-violence,
 
 
right conduct and peace
for a peaceful, caring and understanding
  society. Besides, this event will
draw attention to the urgent need to  practice Human Values in order to
 
eradicate social and environmental  ills that impoverish our lives and
spirit. On another aspect, the theme  “GO GREEN” brings about a new
 
dimension to instill and create the awareness
 
on the importance of
protecting and nurturing nature and our environment.