The trip began on Friday evening where we drove all the way to Menumbok Jetty to catch the speed boat to Labuan. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Jerry, Labuan’s IPP, who drove us to Beta Apartments, the place we will stay for the night, as well as the place Sabah team held their 2nd area meeting. The next morning, we quickly grabbed breakfast, packed and went on our way to the campsite. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a serene sight and the soothing sound of waves crashing onto the shore, while enjoying the sensation of the breezing wind. Participants made their way to the respective designated rooms to store their belongings, and later came out to mingle around.

The training started with a briefing and grouping session, during this time, teams brainstormed to come up with their team name, battle chant, and drew out their team logo, and then the opening ceremony, followed by lunch. The first training talk was given by JCI Sen. Teresa Alberto, titled The Approach, whereby participants are taught to have a positive approach in everything they do.

Next comes the first outdoor activity of the training. Our first task was to run across a stretch of sand with a set of car tyres laid out on the beach, as a team, without any team member being left behind, to come to a finish line where we are briefed with the next task. In the next task, we were given the challenge to collect 4 tyres and some strings to make a raft, to paddle to a designated post and back. The biggest challenge here is that tyres do not float! A kayaking competition ensues.

Group photo directly after the first and most drilling activity.

All teams were given instructions to what ingredients they are to prepare for dinner, as well as a theme to perform. Upon arrival of a guest judge, dinner and performance begun. After dinner, the second training talk was given by Gan Bee Kee, titled SHINE.

After the talk, another activity ensue. This time, participants were entered into a race where teams need to gather certain things and accomplish certain tasks to qualify for the next clue. Collecting seashells and corals, building a sand castle 2 feet high, and then transporting it into the tent, and burying a teammate in the sand are things and tasks needing to be completed.

Third training talk, The Crisis. Fourth training talk, Me-We. Fifth training talk, Be Prepared. respective Chapter activity, where chapter members sat down to discuss and draw out their action plan in handling situations and activities in the Chapter. Special visit from National President, Alexander Chok, who witnessed the presentation of each chapter’s action plan.

Our invited trainers were JCI Sen. Donald Stephens and JCI Sen. Daniel Wong. JCI Sen. Donald conducted the New Member Orientation for us, while JCI Sen. Daniel trained us on Project Planning.

We also invited members from local LOMs, including JCI Penampang, JCI Intan, and JCI Masterskill KK. Among those present, NEVP JCI Mem. Heneritta Gunting was also there to grace this event.New and potential members gained valuable insights to the rich history of JCI, what it is all about and what members can gain from joining. Nevertheless, existing members were also reminded about the roots of JCI and the values it upholds and propagates. Everyone learned about how JCI impacted the world, and were motivated to continue creating positive change in society, regardless through small or big things.

The Project planning training was inspiring and eye opening, as members get to learn what it takes to conduct a project systematically and carefully. Although the training presents the recommended steps to carry out JCI projects, members also understands that everything or anything could also be a project, which should be planned beforehand. Hence this training shouldn’t just be used for JCI projects, but also in everyday life. Members were given a recommended guideline on the steps they should take so that their projects will be successful, which employs 5 steps:

Survey –> Analysis –> Planning –> Action –> Evaluation

(SAPAE)

Our sincere gratitude to our trainers JCI Sen. Donald Stephens and JCI Sen. Daniel Wong for their endless devotion, attention and guidance towards JCI Kota Kinabalu.

A true JCI KK will be forever with JCI KK. My sincere thanks to All the Past Presidents and Members of JCI KK who attended JCI KK 50th Installation, and also to the National BOD and
Presidents and members from other LOM’s thank you for your attendees.

JCIKK 50th Installation

“50 years ago, there was no Cellphone and no Internet connection to carry out projects, and when I look back at the previous presidents’ scrapbooks. I’m amazed and it inspired me to be a president.”
2012 President Charles Lim

JCI Kota Kinabalu Courtesy Call to YB Datuk Dr. Yee Moh Chai

Courtesy Call to Saudara Kevin Lim.

JCI Kota Kinabalu 50th Installation Ceremony Media Coverage

*JCI member’s name concealed for his/her privacy