Senior citizens association celebrates 30th anniversary
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Association of Senior Citizens (SASC) celebrated its 30th anniversary by organizing a three-in-one celebration for its anniversary cum Christmas dinner and dance and members’ birthday celebration at Putera Ballroom, Bukit Padang.
Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) deputy president cum Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia chairman Datuk Dr Yee Moh Chai, who officiated at the anniversary dinner, said senior citizens were still important members of the country as they had a wealth of knowledge and experiences that they can share with the younger generation.
“As such, I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every member for your contributions in helping to shape our nation, and everyone still has a role to play and should continue to contribute especially in advising and guiding the younger generation,” he added.
As such, Yee urged senior citizens to share their vast experiences by participating in charity, welfare, religious and other non-governmental organisations in order to continue contributing to the society.
Yee also congratulated the association president Datuk William Chai, past presidents and members for working together and actively participate in the association’s activities which had enabled the association to survive and achieve yet another historic milestone in celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Also present during the anniversary dinner were Toh Puan Rahimah Stephens, Sabah MCA Wanita chief Datuk Agnes Shim and Datin Ann Chow.