Some Malaysian parents who send their children to Chinese schools say that alcohol industry-sponsored charity events are acceptable as long as they promote the company’s interests.
Lily Diana, who sends her nine-year-old son to Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Yuk Chai in Selangor, is not bothered by the recent controversy over a Chinese volunteer film featuring the Tiger Beer brand. and the event. . “I don’t have any problem (with music) as long as the money is used to improve schools and the donations are not related to beer,” he told FMT.
Controversy arose after PAS criticized a deputy minister for accepting a copy of a RM3 check bearing the Tiger Beer logo at an SJKC event in Sungai Pelek, Selangor. It was reported that the brewery said its role was only to organize artists’ shows in the theater, in addition to working with parent-teacher groups and school principals. working together.
Tiger Beer also said that RM413 million has been raised over 30 years through the annual charity program which is completely funded by the community and there are no direct donations from companies to any school. Zareena, who sent her daughter to SJKC Yuk Choy in Ipoh, does not regret her decision as her priority is the quality of her child’s education.
Personally, I don’t mind (controversy) because I send my children to Chinese schools to study. I can tell that he will have a bright future after learning a third language and a local school education.
The 40-year-old freelancer also said that the charity film should continue as long as it does not involve the involvement of children and Muslims. No wine product promotion
A mother who only wanted to be known as Kai Ern said the wine industry was not trying to promote wine products in school activities.
Personally, I have never seen a brewery advertised in school grounds, he said, adding that he had never heard of a brewery donating SJKC Puay Chai to his daughter. . Joyce, whose grandson attends SJKC Yuk Chai in Petaling Jaya, said the annual dance which has been held since 1994 has had no problems so far.
He said the money collected will be used to improve school equipment and facilities. For me, it’s good. They don’t ask you to drink beer. They just supported the program.
