Aims and ObjectivesBackground Information
aims
As the Malay saying goes, ‘Ilmu Pelita Hidup’- education is vital for society development; be it inside or outside the classroom. However, sad but true, there seems to be a major shortage of books and educational resources for children and students in Malaysia. The major concern is that students who experience this shortage of reading materials are mostly living in rural areas, who are most likely cannot afford to buy books and other educational needs for themselves if not provided for.

To address this issue and as part of our efforts to create awareness and promote volunteerism within Malaysian youth, last year, the UKEC came up with ‘Projek Pelita’ with the aim to host the biggest book drive in Malaysia’s history.
 
objectives
1. To expose the public to the rural area side of Malaysia, providing the whole nation the opportunity to help the disadvantaged students from poor backgrounds.
   
2. To provide assistance in the form of book donations or purchase of teaching and education aids (e.g. reading materials, computers, etc.) to be distributed to the poor and underprivileged primary and secondary school students.
   
3. To build or refurbish educational facilities in rural areas of Malaysia, such as school libraries, community libraries, resource centers with the aim to provide a comfortable and conducive place to study.
   
4. Raising education awareness by carrying out motivational programmes to rural areas students with school academic performance will be closely monitored by Projek Pelita committee.