Upon visiting the Dar Al-Hikmah Library, we dropped by the iArchives Gallery, which exhibits the establishment and traditions of IIUM that align with Sejahtera for sustainable development. The gallery features items such as the graduation robe, a poster depicting the history of the IIUM Song, and photos showing the early development of IIUM and its ongoing activities, like the graduation ceremony and Taaruf Week tradition.

1. The graduation robe- symbolizes the completion of a graduate's academic journey. It appreciates the hard work and effort required to earn the title. Although the fields of study pursued by the graduates may differ, the uniformity of the robe creates a sense of equality among the graduates. By exhibiting graduation robes, it preserves the cultural heritage of IIUM tradition that aligns with the Sejahtera concept in terms of holistic well-being and educational dimension.

2. IIUM song- students may not realize the importance and value behind our university anthem, the IIUM Song. The lyrics represent IIUM’s motto: to nurture good Khalifah, to create positive changes in the community, to polish Islamic culture and practices, and to promote peace and harmony. Now, the IIUM Song is sung by many students and staff, indirectly vowing to be the best they can be. We can relate this to SDG 4: Quality Education. The IIUM anthem is a signature of our university, one of the best Islamic universities in the world. Thus, it carries a good image and reputation globally.

3. Taaruf Week- a significant introduction for new students. The memories and experiences will always remain with them. Taaruf Week is an important formal week filled with essential talks and activities. During this week, students are introduced to the university’s rules, available services (OSem, OSHBE, DBSB, etc.), road directory, uniform bodies (SISPA, PALAPES, etc.), and clubs (CITRA, etc.). Not to be missed is the Bai’ah Ceremony, where all new students pledge and are officially declared as IIUM students. Through these activities, students may feel welcomed and well-informed. It is also a way for students from different kuliyyah to get to know each other and strengthen bonds within the IIUM community.

2. The iconic chair of UIA: We saw the table in the Sejahtera Gallery and we have some insights on the history of the wooden chair plus table. This chair is one of the image of UIA sustainability; the chair is widely being used in the campus and only available in UIA. The chair is convenient too, multipurpose for an instant class. Despite the material, the wood is very durable and solid strong. Almost all of the chairs have no scratch or damage, which is surprising. Hopefully, students can continue to sustain the iconic furniture by utilising it properly.

3. The classroom itself is also a public facility of the university that contributes to sustainable development. With the existence of the classroom, it is easier for the lesson session to take place and thus the teacher can teach easily and the students can get a suitable place to gain knowledge. In fact, it can also be a place to discuss with each other about global issues with its individual actions, from different perspectives and backgrounds.

Aside from that, university is a place of formal learning. Therefore, classroom is the main facility of UIA which needs to be maintained in quality to facilitate the learning process to proceed smoothly.

Our initial plan is to collect disposable waste such as paper and tins, then bring it to the nearest waste disposal service. By this, we can contribute our efforts to improve the waste management that is faced nationally and even globally.

Arising concern: Each waste brought will be exchanged with money value, up to its weight. Our concern is whether we will give the money back to the person who gave the waste, which can be handful and will require financial controller, or simply donate it.

1. Sustainability-

IIUM as one of the only educational institutions that obtains International Green Gown Award. IIUM not only encourages its students to succeed academically, but as well as promoting and acknowledging sustainable growth among students. IIUM offers lots of clubs related to the overall sustainability such as Eco club and Abu Hurairah club.

2. Preservation of religion-

The suitcase - the bag that was brought to the earliest conference on finance islamisation in Makkah. The conference marked a significant journey to promotes and enhance financial practices and systems that complies with Islamic concepts/teachings globally.

3. Preservation of intellect-

The trophy of debate competition in Australia - by preserving the achievements that IIUM community has achieved is one way we appreciate their effort and accomplishment.

Relating to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institution, the gallery highlights IIUM's timeline of achievements contributing to law, social justice, ethical leadership and more. This encourages students to value ethical practices nurturing leaders who stand by justice and fairness. Furthermore, this timeline of achievements not only celebrates past success but also gives inspiration to future generations to continue contributing to society and sustainability. Building a better future while staying aligned with global development goals.

Wall gallery - the timeline of achievements realized by the IIUM community is a lot, it is an awareness and motivation for future generations to embark on knowledge-seeking journey, which will have a positive impact on society in the long and short term.

4. Preservation of health-

ICC used as Vaccination Centre for citizens. IIUM offer a space for the Health Department during the massive lockdown. Thus, this promotes and ensure students’ safety and ease their access to vaccination services. Not only to students, but also to lecturers, staffs, workers, and people who lives in the Gombak area.

Fun fact: Most roads and junctions in Kuala Lumpur were named/inspired after great figures in Malaysia's history. However, the politicians are trying to change the names, which should be rejected. In order to preserve the legacy and memory towards Malaysia's traditions (asal-usul), the least we can do is conserve the origins.

This conservation is important especially for the future generations. They would not know the same value of the history because they could not experience the implementation / practice in our country.

GLOBAL INITIATIVES:

-> UN Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG) : high-level forum for joint policy formation and decision-making.

-> Regional teams : UNSDG agencies are in charge to take care of the district/region's community and its araising issues.

• For example, Gombak alone are facing 7000+ extremely poor people. They are in need of approximately RM 58 millions to cover their basic necessities.

• This highlights the importance of Zakat - wealth redistribution from the rich to the poor.

Fun fact: DBKL stated that during Ramadhan, the amount of collected food waste / any wastages is 10 times more than any usual months. Bazaar and food charities are the biggest contributor to this issue.

* IIUM is famous for its green scenery, including the Mahallah Nusaibah environment. There are trees around the mahallah that have not been cut down. Making the mahallah atmosphere cooler and more comfortable. Maintaining and protecting green spaces is essential for enhancing campus biodiversity, regulating temperatures, and improving air quality. Residents of Nusaibah can encourage to avoid tree cutting and planting trees. This aligned to SDG 15: Life on Land, which emphasizes on protecting and restoring the ecosystem.

* The recycling bin: Students can throw recycle wastes without worrying about contributing to the mass landfill. This relates with SDG 13: Climate Action. Inappropriate waste disposal/management have become a national- even global concern. One of the common way to tolerate with discarding waste wrongly is by disposing in recycling bin.

* MPH: The Mahallah also provides space for students to do Riadah activities. The multipurpose hall in Mahallah Nusaibah offers space serving as a hub for activities such as fitness sessions, academic events, and skill-building workshops, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. This fosters community engagement among residents which promotes sisterhood among Muslims. The hall also supports cultural and religious gatherings which promotes sisterhood among Muslims. Hosting events within the Mahallah reduces the need for transportation, contributing to sustainability by lowering the campus’s carbon footprint and encouraging resource efficiency.

In short, as students living in Mahallah Nusaibah, we are not just residents but stewards of sustainability. Our actions today not only improve the environment of our mahallah but also inspire a culture of sustainability that extends beyond campus life.

Key elements:

Environmental (a viable natural environment).

Social (nurturing community that sustain the environment).

Economic (sufficient economy)

Current issues:

• Global warming

• Irresponsible market/entrepreneur

• Greenhouse gasses

• Pollution

• Overfishing

• Species extinction

• Deforestation

Unsustainable exploitation of resources:

• High pollution level -> water, soil and air have been strained.

• 70-100 species disappear each day -> Malaysia is losing our Himalayan Tigers.

• Millions of hectares of forest destroyed each year -> can be due to urbanization and economic growth.

• Loss of biological diversity -> resulted from human irresponsible activities.

Sustainable Development Definitions:

To improve the quality of life while living within the carrying capacity of ecosystem.

Development has met the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

What is Sustainable Development:

• Meeting the needs of future generations.

• Dynamic process.

• Systematic planning.

5Ps: Dimension of the SDGs

1) People; no poverty, quality education.

2) Planet; climate action, life below water, life on land.

3) Prosperity; sustainable cities and communities.

4) Peace; peace, justice and strong institutions.

5) Partnership; partnerships for the goals.

• Islam is the way of life -> from personal life to the community and our surroundings.

• Islam recognise mankind as the servant of Allah SWT -> must reflect on Allah's orders and junctions.

• Practice justice as personal obligations to the society -> as a good Khalifah on earth.

Fundamental of Islam and Development:

1) Relationship with Allah -> fard 'ain; 5 daily prayers, do good and avoid evilness.

2) Relationship with fellow human being -> human rights, respect and sympathy, bring goodness to the society and people around us.

3) Relationship with the environment -> preserve the nature of Allah's blessings.

Tawhidic Concept:

• Obey Allah SWT.

• Refer to the holy book of Quran and authentic Sunnah.

• Practice fard 'ain.

• Follow Islamic framework and law.

Matric Number: 2325216

Programme: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).

Year of study: Year 1, Semester 2.