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P2A ICE CREAM 2026: A Three-Nation Reunion Strengthening ASEAN Collaboration

P2A ICE CREAM 2026: A Three-Nation Reunion Strengthening ASEAN Collaboration

P2A ICE CREAM 2026, themed “COCONUT,” has just concluded. From August 7 to 17, delegations from three countries—Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand—collaborated on initiatives focused on communication, creativity, and culinary arts. This session brought together students, faculty, and staff from the Department of Communications at the Islamic University of Indonesia (UII), SCIMPA at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), and Suan Dusit University (SDU) Trang Center in Thailand.

This event served as a reunion in 2026, as these three universities have been collaborating with SDU since 2022, while their partnership with SCIMPA at UUM has spanned nearly 8 years. This meeting strengthened the relationships that have been built.

Dr. Tiger, Director of the SDU Trang Center, expressed his appreciation for the continuity of the P2A ICE CREAM program. In his view, the program has consistently run smoothly every year. “This program has actually been running for many years, and I think we’ve been successful every year. We can see that this program is still continuing,” he said.

He also highlighted the program’s values of inclusivity, noting that students, faculty, and staff can collaborate and share experiences together. “Sometimes we focus on different ideas and cultures, and ultimately we come to understand each other’s perspectives in the same way. This is what makes us successful,” he added.

Dr. Mohamad Amir Bin Abu Seman, Co-Director of SCIMPA UUM, who oversees the program in Malaysia, noted that the program—designed to strengthen cross-cultural communication while challenging students to creatively document Malaysia’s landscapes—saw participants successfully produce work with strong visual quality and thematic relevance. “In particular, IPC students demonstrated exceptional visual storytelling. They successfully applied their communication studies background, which was clearly evident in their top scores for creativity, originality, and composition,” he explained.

Furthermore, the connections forged among students across national borders fostered a unique and insightful form of communication. The students made new friends and encountered new cultures. According to Palaswan, Coordinator of the SDU Tran Center, this initiative should be continued. “Moving forward, students can explore many opportunities through this program,” he said.

Meanwhile, Herman Felani, one of the founders of P2A ICE CREAM from IPC UII, emphasized that this program is not merely an academic activity but also a bond that fosters a sense of family. “We have become a family with SDU and UUM, and this connection is now growing stronger and better thanks to our commitment to future collaboration and mobility initiatives,” he explained.

With the enthusiasm and commitment of all three universities, P2A ICE CREAM 2026 will not only serve as a reunion but also lay the foundation for closer ASEAN collaboration in the future.

In Their Own Words:

“This program allows students to understand each other’s cultural differences and ideas. This is what makes us successful.” — Dr. Tiger, Director of SDU Trang Center

“P2A ICE CREAM Coconut is a truly extraordinary program! Students can make new friends and discover new cultures.” — Palasawan, SDU Trang Center

“We’ve become a family. These connections are growing stronger and better with our commitment to future collaboration.” — Herman Felani, Founder of P2A ICE CREAM

“The photography competition successfully strengthened cross-cultural communication and challenged students to be creative.” — Dr. Mohamad Amir Bin Abu Seman, Co-Director of SCIMPA UUM

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P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Exploring Kampung Warna-Warni to a Photography Competition in Kuala Perlis

P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Exploring Kampung Warna-Warni to a Photography Competition in Kuala Perlis

On the fourth day of the P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026 program—specifically on August 11—delegates from three countries visited Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM). Driven by a spirit of intercultural communication and creative exploration, this activity was designed to build connections, deepen cultural understanding, and hone visual storytelling skills through a photography competition.

It began with a warm Welcoming Session at SCIMPA UUM, allowing the delegates to get to know one another and become acquainted. They also toured the UUM Guest Pavilion, a historical gallery tracing the university’s founding—an institution that has produced many scholars and leaders in Malaysia.

After visiting UUM, the delegates from IPC UII, SDU, and SCIMPA UUM set off for Kampung Warna-Warni in Kuala Perlis. This is a traditional fishing village that was transformed into a colorful tourist destination in 2020, an initiative launched by the Crown Prince of Perlis. The delegates wandered through narrow alleys lined with murals, engaged in conversations with residents, and experienced community-based tourism firsthand—witnessing how grassroots creativity can tangibly improve the community’s standard of living.

The cultural journey continued to the Al-Hussain Mosque, a magnificent floating mosque on the coast of Kuala Perlis. Its architecture, jutting out into the sea, created a serene and contemplative backdrop, concluding the cultural exploration with a profound impression of harmony and diversity.

The main event of the day was a photography competition, chaired by Dr. Mohamad Amir Bin Abu Seman from SCIMPA UUM, who explained that the competition aimed to strengthen intercultural communication.

“It was to strengthen intercultural communication and to challenge them to bond while creatively documenting Kuala Lumpur’s landscape,” he said.

The results of the photography competition were phenomenal. The students were highly engaged, with several achieving perfect 15-point scores, reflecting strong thematic relevance and visual quality across all categories.

“Specifically, the IPC students demonstrated exceptional visual storytelling. They successfully applied their background in communication studies,” he added.

The winner of the competition was Muhammad Yusuf Singgih from IPC UII, who presented the theme “In Transit.” He said that this experience not only provided direct observation but also honed his visual storytelling skills.

"In Transit" Captured by Muhammad Yusuf Singgih from IPC UII

“In Transit” Captured by Muhammad Yusuf Singgih from IPC UII

“My goal was to explore Kuala Lumpur through visual storytelling while developing creativity and observation skills in communicating the character of a city through photography,” he explained.

“The photography challenge taught me to see Kuala Lumpur beyond its landmarks. Through its green spaces, streets, cultural sites, public transportation, and local food, I learned how photography can capture the identity, diversity, and everyday life of the city. I also learned to be more observant and intentional when taking photos because every composition, angle, subject, and moment can tell a different story about a place,” he emphasized.

This program is more than just a competition or a tour. It is a living laboratory for students to learn about diversity, build empathy, and hone their visual sensitivity. From the alleys of Kampung Warna-Warni to the Al-Hussain Mosque, every corner of the journey holds a lesson on how art, culture, and communication serve as bridges between people. The delegates returned home with stories, friendships, and a new understanding of a world rich in color and meaning.

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P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Sustainable CSR by the Younger Generation at Hat Chao Mai

P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Sustainable CSR by the Younger Generation at Hat Chao Mai

This edition of Passage to ASEAN (P2A) is focused on sustainability; one of the programs carried out is a hands-on initiative in the coastal area of Hat Chao Mai National Park, Trang Province, Thailand. The initiative, held on August 15, 2026, brought together dozens of delegates from IPC UII, SCIMPA UUM, and SDU.

Through this beach cleanup CSR initiative, the delegates not only collected coastal trash but were also guided to understand the local ecological reality, where they observed firsthand the challenges posed by marine debris to the sustainability of coastal ecosystems within the national park. Furthermore, the event served as a medium for sustainable learning through concrete activities.

One of the facilitators accompanying the delegates from the three countries was Billy, a former biologist and scientist at the Trang Marine National Park in Thailand. He has researched the region’s marine ecosystems, including reef sharks, dugongs, and seagrass beds, which serve as vital habitats.

P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Sustainable CSR by the Younger Generation at Hat Chao Mai

P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Sustainable CSR by the Younger Generation at Hat Chao Mai

Billy shared fundamental insights about nature, humans, and the environment. He noted that nature does not need humans, but humans need nature.

“You need to know that, actually, the environment doesn’t really need humans, but the opposite is true—humans need it to benefit us. So, we need to understand what we’re using and how we’re living. We must understand the costs and consequences, such as microplastics, which can later lead to many diseases for humans,” explained Billy.

This CSR initiative is not merely a social activity but serves as an open-air laboratory for the delegates to observe firsthand. Key points to highlight include the condition of the coastal ecosystem—including plastic waste that threatens marine life—the cycle of land-based waste that ultimately ends up in the ocean, and, finally, the role of humans as part of the solution, not merely as consumers of natural resources.

This beach cleanup serves as a symbol that sustainability doesn’t have to start with grand policies, but rather with simple actions: picking up trash, sorting it, and understanding that every piece of plastic collected is a small step toward maintaining the balance of nature.

Hakimi, one of the delegates from UUM, noted that this CSR initiative is a concrete action that allows him to contribute to sustainability.

“I found the beach cleanup program very beneficial and meaningful. It gave me the opportunity to contribute to protecting our environment while learning the importance of taking responsibility for keeping our surroundings clean. What made the program even more meaningful was that we worked together regardless of our different races and cultures, united by the same responsibility to care for our environment,” said Hakimi.

Meanwhile, Aliya Salsabila, a delegate from IPC UII, shared a deeply personal message. She noted that what we do today shapes the future.

“Participating in the beach cleanup CSR program made me realize that nature isn’t something we can continue to take for granted. Through something as simple as picking up trash, I’ve come to understand that what we do today will become part of the environmental conditions we leave behind for future generations,” she said.

Meanwhile, Billy, who has worked in the field of conservation for many years, noted that programs like this are urgent for young people. They provide a valuable space to meet, discuss, and collaborate—especially regarding the realities of the environment and sustainability, as well as the roles we should play.

“This is the best program I’ve ever heard of, because in this current generation, people are starting to connect online but have forgotten the importance of face-to-face communication and storytelling. And since we’re all part of ASEAN and are neighbors, I think this is a great initiative because it allows us to connect with one another,” he added.

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P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Three-Country Collaboration Strengthens ASEAN Network

P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026: Three-Country Collaboration Strengthens ASEAN Network

This year, the International Program Communications (IPC) at UII is collaborating with SCIMPA at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) and Suan Dusit University in Thailand to conduct a joint program titled P2A ICE CREAM COCONUT 2026 from August 8–17, 2026. The program’s theme, COCONUT—standing for Community, Ocean, Nature, Unity, and Technology-symbolizes the identities of the three countries: tropical, maritime, and the Southeast Asian community, representing elements of sustainability, cross-cultural unity, and creative digital innovation.

Ibnu Darmawan, Director of P2A at UII, noted that this program is a tangible manifestation of the three universities’ commitment to collaboration. “The relationship between UII, UUM, and SDU goes beyond mere visits; it signifies a strong commitment to collaboration among the three nations. We are one big family that we continue to build together,” he said.

Mohammad Amir Bin Abu Seman, a senior lecturer at SCIMPA UUM who has been part of this program for more than eight years, shared that P2A ICE CREAM has had a profound impact on his students.

“After almost eight years with P2A ICE CREAM, I have learned that its greatest impact is not simply where we take our students, but the connections they bring home. As a delegate from UUM, I am proud to be part of a program that brings ASEAN closer through friendship, creativity, and shared experiences,” he said.

Saowapan Palasuan from SDU also noted that P2A ICE CREAM serves as a space for building relationships and collaboration. “This program is like a reunion for us. We’re building new relationships while continuing existing collaborations. Moving forward, we’ll also be preparing a program at SDU,” she said.

Cross-Border Journey

P2A ICE CREAM 2026 is a journey from Yogyakarta to Malaysia and Thailand. During this nine-day trip, students from the three universities will work together on a tourism video project. Some of the destinations include Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur, Kampung Warna Warni and Chinatown in Alor Setar, Emerald Cave and Koh Ngai in Trang, as well as Phatthalung and Hat Yai, Thailand.

This program is designed to provide students with firsthand experience of the cultural, natural, and historical richness of the ASEAN region.

Beyond cultural exploration, P2A ICE CREAM 2026 also features collaborative activities such as a cooking challenge, a cultural night, and a CSR beach cleanup initiative aligned with environmental sustainability values.

An Experience- and Creativity-Based Program

P2A ICE CREAM is an international mobility program-a course on creative media that employs an experience-based learning approach. Participants not only learn in the classroom but also engage with local communities to interact with and understand the local culture.

Through the theme “COCONUT,” this program emphasizes the importance of creativity, originality, togetherness, care for the ocean and nature, unity, and the use of technology in producing creative works that benefit the development of tourism and culture in ASEAN. The program also serves as a platform for students to build cross-national networks of friends that are expected to endure into the future.

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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: International Dissemination to Further Strategic Collaboration Plans

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: International Dissemination to Further Strategic Collaboration Plans

The highlight of the P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 programme is international dissemination at SCIMPA UUM on 28 August 2025. During this session, delegates from IPC UII and SCIMPA UUM presented the results of projects that had been carried out in several countries, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

The presentation was witnessed by the international academic community, such as the rector of UUM and staff. This opportunity demonstrated the success of P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 as a means of international mobility that transcends academic experience.

Secretary of IPC UII, Ida Nuraini Dewi Kodrat Ningsih, S.I.Kom., M.A., explained, “P2A is not just ordinary global mobility, but an international short course that can be converted. Because P2A contains many contexts. Not only academic and travel, but also how students adapt and find solutions to emergency situations in the global environment and culture they encounter,” she said.

This statement emphasises that during the P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 activity, students hone their abilities in dealing with cultural dynamics and practical problems.

During the process of working on the IPC UII delegation project, which resulted in an online magazine, three universities were involved: SCIMPA UUM, Suan Dusit University, and Chiang Mai Rajabhat University in collecting the necessary data.

“The students collaborated with delegates from the three universities. They not only helped collect data, but were also able to present their ideas in front of the UUM rector and international delegates. This is an achievement in international dissemination that is different from previous years,” she added.

Furthermore, she also mentioned that this programme provides significant benefits for lecturers and educational staff. It is an opportunity for capacity building for the academic community involved.

“Even lecturers and staff have greatly benefited from this programme. We observed and learned how universities work, manage, and communicate internationally,” she added.

After successfully implementing this programme, several strategic plans for next year have been initiated with partners. “So far, the cooperation that has been established will continue to be developed. We discussed the concept of P2A ICE CREAM 2026 with SDU in Trang, which has partnered with SCIMPA UUM. In addition, the Department of Communications at UII has begun to expand its wings to initiate student exchanges, particularly for the MIKOM master’s programme. This idea has been approved by the Deputy Dean of SCIMPA, Dr. Syamsul Hirdi bin Muhid and Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Adzrool Idzwan bin Ismail,” he explained.

In response, the Deputy Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni of SCIMPA UUM, Dr. Syamsul Hirdi bin Muhid, expressed his appreciation, “The Passage to ASEAN International Course on Creative Media (P2A ICE CREAM 2025): CHOCO (Creative Home of One Community of ASEAN) has brought together innovative talents from the School of Creative Industry Management and Performing Arts, Universiti Utara Malaysia, with the Department of Communication, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), marking an important achievement in international academic and creative exchange. I am immensely proud of the transformative outcomes observed throughout this initiative—building pragmatic skills and intercultural fluency, while broadening our students’ global horizons. This programme has laid a strong foundation for ongoing and synergistic collaboration. SCIMPA, UUM is committed to continuing to enhance ambitious and mutually beneficial partnerships with UII, and we look forward to expanding joint mobility programmes and cross-cultural exchanges that will empower our student communities to excel and innovate on the global stage in the future,” he said.

The commitment of the Department of Communication Studies at UII alongside SCIMPA UUM is expected to open opportunities focused on developing international programmes. The entire P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 series marks a new chapter in realising the vision of educational integration and exchange within the ASEAN region.

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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’

The journey from Alor Setar, Malaysia, continued to Thailand via an 18-hour train ride. On 21 August 2025, delegates from IPC UII and SCIMPA UUM arrived at Suan Dusit University (SDU) in Bangkok. The next agenda of P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO was a workshop entitled “Thailand Creative”.

This workshop focused on understanding how the creative community in Bangkok has developed and contributed socially and economically at the local and national levels. Two expert lecturers from SDU were present, namely Asst. Prof. Dr. Aunkrisa Sangchumnong, fondly known as Dr. Risa, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Worakamon Vongstapanalert. Both collaborated as workshop facilitators and complemented each other in terms of theory and practice in Bangkok’s creative community.

In her presentation, Dr. Risa focused more on the concept of creative communities in the context of urban and economic development. From her presentation, it was clear that creative communities are not just a group of people who create works of art, but a fundamental part of community development.

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

The existence of creative hubs and spaces that grew from the grassroots level has developed into an industry that has a significant impact on the economy. This is not only for artists and creative practitioners, but also for the country.

Creative Community is a part of the process through grassroots community within the society, such as creative hub and space when it keeps developing into something greater and prospects into industries that give economic advantage for the artist and the sustainability of the community. All these processes are intended to create creative cities that enable opportunity for artists and communities to create and explore,’ said Dr. Risa.

This workshop was not only attended by students from the three countries, but also lecturers and staff. They gained new insights into how creative communities with systematic work can have a positive and sustainable impact. Not only that, but sustainable empowerment is the key to success.

Next, Asst. Prof. Dr. Worakamon Vongstapanalert introduced Thai culture through traditional dance. Together with her students, she introduced the basics of the movements. The dance is commonly performed at cultural events.

This practice provided an exciting experience, with students, lecturers, and staff from different countries learning the values of how to preserve their country’s cultural heritage. Through the management of arts and culture, participants gained a broader understanding of how creative communities not only boost the economy but also symbolise the nation.

The workshop at SDU is tangible evidence of strong collaboration between universities in the P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 series. It is hoped that participants will return home with useful insights and inspiration to develop creative communities in their respective countries.

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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Exploring the Culture and History of Alor Setar from a Photographic Perspective’

Alor Setar

Starting on August 19, 2025, the International Program Communication (IPC) UII collaborated with SCIMPA UUM to visit the Alor Setar region in Malaysia. In the P2A ICE CREAM project themed CHOCO or “Creative Home of One ASEAN Community”, the participants explored the culture and history of the region through the perspective of photography.

Accompanied by Kelab Kamera Kedah, a professional photography community based in Kedah, the delegates were invited to explore cultural objects in Alor Setar. Some of the locations visited included the Zahir Alor Setar Mosque, the State Art Gallery, and Pekan Rabu with its legendary local culinary specialty, Emanis Bahulu.

Divided into three teams, the UII and UUM delegates collaborated on projects covering three areas: photography, videography, and creative writing. The first team explored historic mosques and captured their architectural aesthetics, delving into the stories and historical values of Islamic culture. The second team focused on unique abstract art, works that utilised recycled materials as a medium for creative exploration. The third team focused on traditional Malaysian culinary culture by analysing diversity as part of local identity.

One of the UII delegates, Ananda Siti Ana, together with the Kelab Kamera Kedah, gained insight into finding uniqueness through abstract art. “What I got from the Kelab Kamera Kedah was learning about the uniqueness of abstract paintings using recycled waste, as well as distinctive Malay buildings, learning about unique and creative cultures,” she said.

Meanwhile, Amira Farisah binti Ismail from UUM shared her meaningful experience during this activity. “I learned a lot of art from that museum. We learned about types of arts, the abstract, also learned that every art has different meaning, story, and what the artist wants to represent to the audiences. We also learned how to use a camera by taking pictures in that museum and also taking pictures of models from UII who wore traditional clothes. This activity is so good for students to learn a lot about art and also provides an opportunity for students to see different cultures,” explained Amira. This statement underlines the educational value and cross-cultural experience gained by the delegates.

From this project, in addition to strengthening international collaboration between students and artists, the community will also produce a comprehensive work in the form of an online magazine that combines photos, videos, and creative narratives. It is hoped that this online magazine will be a reflection of the cultural understanding gained through observation and direct interviews.

Alor Setar was chosen because the city has a rich cultural heritage, with various innovations in its artworks. The P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 project utilises this potential as a basis for the exploration and development of multidisciplinary artworks that describe or interpret the richness of local culture through a modern lens.

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Webinar and Grand Launching of P2A 2025 ‘Creative Home of One ASEAN Community’

Webinar and Grand Launching of P2A 2025 ‘Creative Home of One ASEAN Community’

The International Program Communication (IPC) at UII held a webinar and grand launch of P2A ICE CREAM 2025 on 12 August 2025. This international mobility programme differs significantly from previous years, as while the 2024 edition was held in Indonesia and Malaysia, this year’s programme will take place in Malaysia and Thailand. The journey will commence from 18–30 August 2025.

With the theme ‘Choco’ or ‘Creative Home of One ASEAN Community,’ the train icon is highlighted as a symbol that the journey through Malaysia and Thailand will be undertaken via land routes.

The event was opened by Dr. Herman Felani, a lecturer from the Department of Communications Science at UII, who noted that amid the current challenging situation, crossing national borders has become a real-life experience.

“The world is not currently in a good situation; there are conflicts in many parts of the world, including areas very close to us in ASEAN. Therefore, I think the goal of P2A is to provide opportunities for the young generation in ASEAN to truly experience ASEAN by participating in mobility programs. One of the main concepts of P2A is land mobility traveling across borders,” explained Dr. Herman Felani.

What does P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 mean? It is an intercultural academic and creative mobility programme involving students from Universitas Islam Indonesia (Indonesia), Universiti Utara Malaysia (Malaysia), Suan Dusit University (Bangkok), and Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (Thailand).

In this project, students from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand will collaborate to produce a digital magazine about Creative Communities in Yogyakarta, Penang, Kedah, Bangkok, and Chiang Mai. Audio-visual media will be incorporated into the magazines via QR codes. The team is divided into three divisions: copywriting, photography, and videography. The team must consult with their supervisors regularly. The topic of the project is Passage to ASEAN International Course on Creative Media: Creative Home of One Community in ASEAN (P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO)

Webinar Topic

To support this programme, students who join this programme will receive an overview of the material provided by Dr. Zaki Habibi and Dr. Asmidah binti Alwi.

Led by Dian Dwi Anisa, M.A., the discussion was interactive. The first material from Dr. Zaki Habibi, a lecturer in the Department of Communications Science at UII, focused on the topic titled ‘Creative Communities as alternative voices in the City: The concepts, the trajectories, and the methods’.

“Each of you, as participants of P2A, can actually stand by your own point of view. Do not leave it behind, because it can expand further during the programme,” he said, opening the discussion.

In general, the material he presented was based on his previous work, publications, and several studies related to a specific project called ‘Managed Urban Creative Activities in Southeast Asia’.

“Most of the cases are from Java as well as Malaysia, particularly Penang. You will see some examples from these places. Beyond that, the following insights also come from several research studies dealing with particular topics such as visual and sensory aspects, the urban environment, festivals, and artistic projects,” he added.

He also invited participants to reflect on various questions such as, “In your own opinion, what makes a city creative?”, “What do you want to see or experience in a creative city?”, and “How can people contribute creatively to make a vibrant yet liveable city?”.

The second presentation was by Dr. Asmidah binti Alwi, a lecturer at SCIMPA UUM, on the topic ‘From cyntok bhatiq to Batik Tanah Lembah Bujang: Creative Community Development’.

Specifically, the material described the process of a creative project that began in 2019. This project focused on creative experiments in designing batik motifs inspired by the unique flora around the University of Northern Malaysia (UUM). In 2020, the project received funding in the form of a grant from the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. This funding enabled the team to focus their attention and efforts on rural community development through the batik industry. In other words, the project is not only oriented towards art and design but also aims to create positive socio-economic impacts for rural communities through the development of the batik industry as a source of income and community empowerment.

“What started as an art project soon became a bridge between heritage, creativity, and economic opportunities,” said Dr. Asmidah.

‘From a small community initiative to a dynamic creative centre, the Cyntok Bhaiq project has sparked entrepreneurship, created jobs, and strengthened cultural identity through batik art, transforming heritage into opportunities and community pride,’ she said, concluding his presentation.

Support for P2A ICE CREAM Choco from Various Parties

At this grand launch, various forms of support were received. Also joining from P2A ICE CREAM were Ir. Wiryono Raharjo, M.Arch., Ph.D., Vice Rector for Partnerships & Entrepreneurship, Prof. Masduki, Dean of FISB UII, as well as lecturers from Universiti Utara Malaysia (Malaysia), Suan Dusit University (Bangkok), and Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (Thailand).

“The peace campaign in Southeast Asia also involves knowledge exchange beyond the fields of communication, journalism, public relations, and so on. More importantly, there is a strategic programme related to the University of Islam Indonesia. I am confident that this programme will also be more involved in addressing global issues in Southeast Asia, particularly in the area of student mobility. Advancing our university means not only teaching but also involving our students domestically. However, we need to encourage them to venture abroad—to gain experience, build connections, and share, especially our students, both academics and social activists. This is how we bring Yogyakarta’s voice to the world.” Prof. Masduki

“Congratulations to the Department of Communication Studies on the launch of this exciting programme and the implementation of the three-step P2A concept: learning, knowledge, experience, and understanding.” Ir. Wiryono Raharjo, M.Arch., Ph.D.

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Awarding Night P2A 2024: A Collaborative Project between Indonesia and Malaysia

Awarding night

After traveling to the two countries of Indonesia and Malaysia, it was time for the P2A 2024 Awarding Night. The appreciation moment on 5 October 2024 marked the end of the Passage to ASEAN (P2A) 2024 series.

The awarding night was conducted in a hybrid way, live in the TV studio of the UII Communication Science Study Program, by combining Zoom meetings for delegates spread across two countries.

This international mobility involving Universitas Islam Indonesia and Universiti Utara Malaysia took place from 19 to 29 August 2024, travelling around Yogyakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Kedah, and Langkawi. Twenty delegates attended. The delegates were divided into groups and responsible for completing projects related to the AWARE theme: Exploring Digital Culture and Urban Environment in Creative Ecosystem. The work produced from the P2A 2024 project is in the form of photos, videos, and writings.

The P2A 2024 Awarding Night was also attended online by several university officials including the Vice Rector for Partnership and Entrepreneurship of UII, Ir. Wiryono Raharjo, M.Arch., Ph.D and Iwan Awaluddin Yusuf, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D as the Head of UII Communication Science Department. While from UUM Dr Syamsul Hirdi bin Muhid and several other lecturers.

Both representatives from the university expressed their gratitude for the international collaboration that has been established since the last few years. Interestingly, the collaboration produced outputs that were able to hone the skills of the delegates from both universities.

The event that night was even more interesting because it was enlivened by art performances from the two cultures of Indonesia and Malaysia. Firstly Butterfly Dance, Javanese Dance and Rap from UII, while from UUM gave an offering of folk songs from Malaysia.

The most awaited moment was of course the announcement of the winner of the creative work of the delegates. After going through the judging process, the three best works were selected. The appointed jury was Marjito Iskandar Tri Gunawan, M.I.Kom who is a UII laboratory assistant as well as a film activist, while the representative from UUM was Dr Azzura.

List of Best Works in P2A 2024

3rd Winner:

– Spica, Latifah, Noraisyafika, Athirah, Batrisya: Travel Journal

2nd Winner:

– Nandita, Dila: Video Reel: Two Nations, One Journey

1st Winner Best Project

– Nurfahmi, Musdalifah, Kissharoopy, Faeiq: Everything’s Waiting For You

More information about P2A 2024 can be accessed on the following page:

P2A 2024: Outbound Program di Malaysia hingga Konferensi Internasional di Langkawi

P2A 2024: Inbound Program di Yogyakarta, Urban Walking hingga Cultural Night

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P2A 2024: Outbound Program di Malaysia hingga Konferensi Internasional di Langkawi

P2A

Selepas mengeksplore Yogyakarta dalam program inbound Passage to ASEAN (P2A) 2024, delegasi dari Internasional Program Ilmu Komunikasi UII bersama delegasi SCIMPA UUM akhirnya terbang ke Malaysia pada 24 Agustus 2024.

Menariknya 10 delegasi dari UII akan mengeksplore beberapa wilayah di Malayasia mulai dari Kedah yang merupakan rumah dari UUM, Langkawi, hingga Kuala Lumpur. Selama enam hari para delegasi akan mengikuti berbagai program yang telah disiapkan oleh pihak SCIMPA UUM,

Berbeda dengan program inbound, beberapa agenda yang akan diikuti delegasi UII selama di Malaysia adalah visiting to SCIMPA Anjung Tamu, photography session, hingga bergabung dalam konferensi internasional di Langkawi.

Tak hanya menjadi peserta dalam konferensi internasional, salah satu dosen pendamping dari Prodi Ilmu Komunikasi, Dr. Herman Felani, S.S., M.A ditunjuk menjadi keynote speaker dalam forum internasional tersebut.

Visiting Anjung Tamu dan Photography Session

Setelah tiba di Malaysia, pada 25 Agustus 2024 delegasi UII lakukan kunjungan ke SCIMPA Anjung Tamu. Berkeliling di lokasi kampus juga mengenal budaya akademik yang tentu berbeda dengan Indonesia.

Usai lakukan kampus tour, 10 delegasi dari UII berkesempatan belajar fotografi dengan Klub Kamera Kedah. Jika workshop photography sesi inbound di Yogyakarta mengambil latar alam, di Malaysia Klub Kamera Kedah mengajak para delegasi untuk mengeksplore kota di Alor Setar.

Photo session dilakukan dengan berbagai objek bangunan serta saling bergantian menjadi model dengan busana khas daerah.

CIIC Langkawi and Cultural Dinner

Konferensi internasional Creative Industry International Conference (CIIC) yang selenggarakan SCIMPA UUM pada 26 Agustus 2024 di Goldsand Hotel, Pulau Langkawi, Malaysia turut mengundang dosen prodi Ilmu Komunikasi yakni Dr. Herman Felani, S.S., M.A sebagai keynote speaker.

Bertemakan “The Emergence of AI in Culture and Creative Industries: Opportunities and Challenges.” Dalam presentasinya Herman Felani menyajikan hasil penelitiannya terkait penggunaan AI (artificial intelligence) atau kecerdasan buatan dan budaya populer dalam kampanye pemilihan presiden Indonesia di tahun 2024.

“Dalam dunia politik, AI yang dikombinasikan dengan budaya populer berhasil menarik pemilihan para pemilih muda khususnya dari generasi millenial dan Gen Z untuk mengekspresikan dukungan politik kepada kandidat presiden dan wakil presiden sebagai bagian dari kampanye yang kreatif,” ujarnya.

Diskusi tersebut mengundang banyak pertanyaan dan diskusi lebih lanjut, bagi audiens Malaysia fenomena yang dipaparkan tidak ditemui dalam pemilihan umum di Malaysia dan merupakan sesuatu yang unik dan menarik bagi warga Malaysia.

Sementara salah seorang mahasiswa S3 dari Universiti Utara Malaysia yang berasal dari China menyatakan bahwa presentasi dari Dosen UII tersebut memberikan inspirasi baginya untuk mengembangkan penelitiannya melalui penggunaan AI untuk melestarikan budaya ziarah ke makam keluarga di China.

Usai konferensi internasional, agenda ditutup dengan cultural dinner dari kedua pihak. Ini merupakan forum hangat dan santai.

Keterlibatan UII sebagai mitra Universiti Utara Malaysia 2024 merupakan bagian realiasi kerjasama yang telah berlangsung sejak 2018 antara Prodi Ilmu Komunikasi UII dengan SCIMPA UUM. Program ini merupakan rangkaian dari Program P2A ICE CREAM (Passage to ASEAN International Course on Creative Media) yang merupakan program mobility untuk mahasiswa UII dan UUM yang berlangsung pada 19-29 Agustus 2024. 10 orang mahasiswa International Program Ilmu Komunikasi UII juga hadir dalam workshop penggunaan AI dalam Produksi Konten yang menjadi acara pembuka CIIC 2024.