Gen Z voices take centre stage at Sinar Daily’s 'Conversations With The Youth'
Malaysian youth speak up at sold-out ‘Conversations With The Youth’ event
KUALA LUMPUR - The much-anticipated Conversations With The Youth film screening and open dialogue, hosted by Sinar Daily, was a resounding success at GSC Cinema, NU Sentral.
With a packed hall of enthusiastic attendees, the event provided a vibrant platform for young individuals to express their thoughts, voice concerns and discuss issues that matter most to them.
Kicking off at 8pm, the session brought together passionate youths eager to exchange ideas and explore solutions to the challenges facing their generation.
The full-house turnout reflected a strong desire for connection and meaningful discussion among today’s youth.
Conversations With The Youth is a collaboration between Sinar Daily, Red Communications (Red Comm), and ARJA Films. It underlines the power of open dialogue, mutual understanding, and collective action.
Attendees were first treated to a thought-provoking short film, followed by an engaging open dialogue where participants shared personal experiences, opinions and aspirations for the future.
The event triggered meaningful conversations and fostered a sense of unity, empowerment and commitment to shaping a better tomorrow.
Discussions throughout the night made it clear that young people are eager to take an active role in addressing pressing issues, from social justice to environmental sustainability and beyond.
Among the attendees was Farah Dhaniyah, a 25-year-old working in external communications, who believes such initiatives are crucial in encouraging young people to speak up.
“The screening effectively portrayed key issues and brought them to light. Before this, I wouldn’t say I was well-versed in social or political topics, and I didn’t really participate in such discussions. But this event provided the perfect setup—it encouraged me to be more vocal about rights,” she said after the screening.
Her sentiments were echoed by Ahmad Ashraf, a 35-year-old banker who found the short film particularly impactful.
“The short film by Sinar Daily sparked new discussions, especially on sensitive topics that are often overlooked. It effectively highlights the key concerns and struggles of Malaysian youth, not just in terms of integration but also economic challenges, representing a broad spectrum of young people,” he said.
Ahmad also expressed optimism about the younger generation’s growing willingness to speak up.
“I feel more hopeful seeing young people becoming more vocal. We need more open discussions, this is what Malaysia needs right now,” he added.
Organisers and participants alike expressed their excitement about the event’s success. Many stated the importance of such platforms in encouraging youth engagement and inspiring positive change.
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