Columnist: From Pages to Unity – How Rural Public Libraries in Malaysia Connect Communities

Malaysia’s rural public libraries also known as Perpustakaan Desa, play an important role in promoting national unity by providing access to educational resources, information, and technology to individuals living in rural and remote areas.

These libraries serve as community hubs where people of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds can come together to read, study, and engage in educational activities.

Through promoting reading and literacy, rural public libraries in Malaysia help to bridge the gap between different communities and cultures, fostering understanding and respect among Malaysians from diverse backgrounds.

These libraries also provide access to information about Malaysia’s history, culture, and traditions, which can help to promote national identity and a sense of pride in being Malaysian. Furthermore, rural public libraries often offer programs and events that celebrate Malaysia’s diversity and promote cultural understanding.

One way in which rural public libraries in Malaysia support national unity is by promoting reading and literacy. By providing access to traditional and electronic books, magazines, and other educational materials, these libraries help to bridge the gap between different communities and cultures, fostering understanding and respect among Malaysians from diverse backgrounds.