MAHALLAH SAFIYYAH: INTERBLOCK CLEANLINESS & BEAUTIFICATION COMPETITION

Cleanliness is next to Godliness is a widespread proverb which means maintenance of cleanliness lead a person toward goodness and humanity. One of community service programs that I had join is Mahallah Safiyyah: Inter-Block Cleanliness and Beautification Competition which was held early on this semester. The activities consist of cleaning and beautify the toilets and pantries, planting trees, managing the information board and others. What I have learned through this program is, we should not 100% depending on the cleaner to clean up the toilets. Cleanliness is the responsibility of everyone and we need to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the surroundings and themselves. Cleanliness is a virtue which should be promoted among people of all age group and status to get complete command over the cleanliness. Plus, in Islam did said that, "Kebersihan separuh dari Iman." Community service has so many benefits including improving our health and happiness. It should be fun and not a chore. Getting involved in your local community, helping local people and causes, can be inspiring. We can also make new friends and develop new skills. Sometimes, people don’t value community service work especially in my community. Plus, many young people nowadays consider it as a waste of time and resources.