Rantedoda Village Builds Early Age Character

Mamuju - Rantedoda Village Government held a number of activities to build character in the younger generation in its territory. The event that was attended by Rantetoda village residents took place at Rantedoda Village Office, West Tapalang.

Santa, a student of PPS UMI who became one of the speakers stated that building early childhood character can be done on various occasions, both in formal education institutions and through non-formal education, "The way to instill honesty, fairness, anti-corruption values, and love the difference from an early age, "Santa said.

Character building becomes one of the programs that young people need now. Because the bad influence of globalization through sophisticated technology continues to haunt. One of the most prominent is the spread of hoax news in social media, the strengthening of SARA issues, as well as identity politics. All that can be dammed if the young generation equipped with strong character.

The Chairman of DPD II KNPI Mamuju Selvi Febriani who also became a speaker in the meeting said that the personality of the child is also better done by the closest family. For example, the parents of the child who show the religious approach, the teachings tell the truth, do not show the actions and sentences are rude, and show the nature of generosity. "This can be one effective way," he said.

Before the event was held, Village Head Rantedoda Wahyu has also conducted several training activities such as creative economy training and others. He hopes that all of these activities will benefit young people, especially for their citizens in facing global challenges in the future. (ERI)