The Mercedes-Benz Red Ribbon Media Awards is coming our way in October this year. Once again, writers, reporters, journalists, performers and artistes will be vying for the awards given out in recognition of journalistic and creative excellence relating to HIV/AIDS in their respective fields.

First introduced by the Malaysian AIDS Foundation in 1996, the awards are part of its effort to acknowledge and honour the vital role played by the media in HIV/AIDS education.

The awards are presented in three categories ­- the print, broadcasting and non-traditional (Internet and the performing and visual arts) media and covers articles, advertisements or public service announcements.

The judges comprise editors and journalists from the various newspapers, experts from the creative and broadcasting fields, HIV/AIDS resource people, young personalities, artistes and members of the public. All work submitted will be judged for its ability to convey clear and accurate information and to destigmatise HIV/AIDS. Originality, creativity and execution are also paramount.

The awards are given out for HIV/AIDS-related works that have been published, broadcasted or performed between June 1, 2006, and May 1, 2008. All works submitted must have appeared in Malaysia and entrants must be citizens or residents of Malaysia.

Winners from each category will receive a specially designed award sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia as well as a cash prize of RM2,500 and a Certificate of Excellence which will be presented on October 25, 2008, at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, in conjunction with the Red Ribbon Gala.

Deadline for entries is July 8, 2008

Mercedes-Benz Sponsorship

This is the third time that Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is the principal sponsor for the awards held on a biennial basis. The commitment of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is in line with the efforts of its parent company Daimler AG in its fight against HIV/AIDS which has held high priority at Daimler since the early 1990s.

The Global HIV/AIDS Policy Daimler implemented in December 2005 offers recommendations for effectively combating HIV/AIDS in the workplace. Daimler rejects all forms of discrimination against those afflicted with the disease and guarantees complete confidentiality. It also supports and promotes preventive measures. While recommending counseling and testing, the company emphasizes that such tests must be voluntary and may not violate the affected employees’ right to privacy.

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Recognising OUTSTANDING contributions to HIV/AIDS work in Malaysia

The Malaysian AIDS Foundation is again holding the biennial Dr Siti Hasmah Award this year in recognition of outstanding contributions made by organisations and individuals in addressing HIV/AIDS in Malaysia.

Recognising excellence and long-term commitment to work having a direct impact on HIV/AIDS, the award is an invaluable avenue to celebrate and encourage more organisations and individuals to be more proactive, creative and committed in their response to HIV/AIDS.

The MAF welcomes nominations for organisations or individuals whose efforts and/or contributions cover any one or more of the following areas of work:

• Raise awareness of HIV/AIDS issues in Malaysia
• Prevent the spread of HIV in Malaysia
• Support People Living with HIV/AIDS in Malaysia (including treatment and care programmes)
• Involvement with community, local or national efforts to counter HIV/AIDS that help alleviate the impact of the epidemic in Malaysia
• Recognising the importance of vulnerable groups such as children, youth and women as well as marginalised communities and addressing the needs of these groups in Malaysia

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thank you and we look forward to your support and participation!

We are pleased to announce that a new Executive Committee was appointed at the recent Biennial General Meeting held on 31^st May 2008 at The Regency Kuala Lumpur.

Congratulations to Prof Dr. Adeeba Kamarulzaman who was reappointed as the President of Malaysian AIDS Council. This is Prof Dr. Adeeba’s second term as President and she has overseen significant growth in the council over this period.

A special welcome to the following new faces on the Executive Committee:

• Datuk Mohd Zaman Khan
• Dr. Cheah Swee Neo
• Dr. Soraya Dato’ Seri Azmi
• Mr. Pax Tan
• Mr. Alex Arokiam

The Malaysian AIDS Council and Malaysian AIDS Foundation would also like to acknowledge the great contribution over the years from the following members who are standing down from the Executive Committee.

• Datuk A. Vaithilingam

Datuk A. Vaithilingam had served on the Executive Committee for more than 14 years in various roles, including Vice President, Honorary Treasurer and Executive Committee member. Datuk A. Vaithilingam is the President of the Malaysian Consultative Council of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Sikhism (MCCBCHS).

• Ms. Piaro Kaur

Piaro had served as an Executive Committee member for the last one term.

• En. Jaafar Daud

Jaafar had served as an Executive Committee member for some 6 years. Jaafar is an Executive Committee with Persatuan Pengasih Malaysia (PENGASIH).

• Prof Dr. Ismail Baba

Prof Ismail had served as an Executive Committee member for 6 years. Prof Ismail is the Convenor of the AIDS Action and Research Group (AARG).

• Pn. Faridah Khalid

Pn. Faridah had served as an Executive Committee member for some 4 years. Pn. Faridah is the Deputy President of the National Council of Women’s Organisations (NCWO).

We wish to say “Thank You and Terima Kasih” for all their efforts and contributions. They will be dearly missed on the Executive Committee.

New 2008-2010 Executive Committee

President – Prof Dr. Adeeba Kamarulzaman

Vice President – Datuk Mohd Zaman Khan

Honorary Secretary – Dr. Rusli Ismail

Assistant Secretary – Dr. Cheah Swee Neo

Honorary Treasurer – Ms. Nancy Yap

Committee Members – Dr. Soraya Dato’ Seri Azmi

Committee Members – Mr. Andrew Tan

Committee Members – Dr. Hj Ghazali Hasni

Committee Members – Mr. Pax Tan

Committee Members – Mr. Alex Arokiam

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