KUCHING: In conjunction with World Children’s Day, the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has announced the winners of the Kuching South Child Council (KSCC) Logo Design and Slogan Competition.
MBKS mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said this creative initiative engaged young talents to design a unique identity for the KSCC.
“Winners of the competition are as follows:
- First Prize: RM1,000 – Lim Zhen Xian from SJK Chung Hua No.3
- Second Prize: RM700 – Fiorentina Rani Japang from SMK Padungan
- Third Prize: RM500 – Foo Sik Siang Ai from SMK Padungan
- Special Prize (Best Slogan): RM500 – Aidel Safuan Sapari from SMK Padungan “The Future Begins with the Voice of Children”
- Consolation Prizes (7 winners): RM100 each
“The winning logo (First Prize) and slogan (Best Slogan) will represent the KSCC, symbolising its vision for a child-friendly Kuching where young voices shape the city’s development,” he said.
Wee said this during the launch of the KSCC logo at MBKS building here, Wednesday (Nov 20).
Held from Nov 8 to 16, he stated the competition attracted over 140 entries from primary and secondary school students within the Kuching South area.
“Participants showcased their creativity by incorporating three essential elements into their logo designs:
1. The official flower of Kuching South – the Canna Lily.
2. MBKS corporate colours – Blue, Yellow, White, and Red.
3. A cat symbolising Kuching City.
“Participants also crafted English slogans that reflected the mission and values of KSCC, which focuses on empowering young voices, fostering inclusivity, and promoting sustainability and cultural diversity.”
In the meantime, to ensure authenticity, Wee asserted that MBKS enforced strict guidelines prohibiting plagiarism, copying, and AI-generated artwork, while encouraging the use of traditional and digital mediums.
Since its establishment in August 2024, KSCC members, known as Child Councillors, have actively engaged in various initiatives.
Recently, they conducted interviews during the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting on Nov 19, demonstrating their involvement in governance.
Currently, they are attending the International Youth Leadership Camp 2024 in Petaling Jaya, running Nov 19 to 25.
Organised by the Petaling Jaya City Council, the camp provides a platform for young leaders to develop leadership skills and foster idea exchanges.
In December, the KSCC members will travel to Quanzhou to participate in the Winter Camp on the invitation of Quanzhou Municipal People’s Government.
