World Press Freedom Camp

All came to an end about 20 minutes ago. The camp ended with much joy and laughter which I hope would be the hint of a brighter future for press freedom and freedom of speech. My knowledge and understanding on the mass media environment Malaysia broadened quite a lot. Thanks to the much experienced speakers and the few quite interesting activities, which was part of the camp sllyabus.

I had fun but sometimes it is quite hard for me to fully concentrate during the panel talk session.
Well, I'm just a normal student after all. However, I did get the chance post my question to the panel speakers about the commercialization of the electronic media. Overall, the main difference of this year's camp compared to last year's, was that the number of panel talks was decreased to avoid boredom. It was an important change, because it was also important for us to learn more about press freedom through a more direct approach and much intteraction.

That was why the organizers of the camp (a committee of Media Studies students) decided to add a new syllabus to the camp, that is discussion workshops. Campers are suppose to choose a workshop out of three. The discussion was crucial for us to exchange ideas, opinions and facts on a given topic. Topics for every workshop is different.

Alas, I would love to say 'Bravo!' to the organizing committee. Everyone of you did a good job.