BRIDGING CULTURES THE MALAYSIAN VISUAL CULTURE GRAPHIC BOOK AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL BY UM VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN STUDENTS

BRIDGING CULTURES THE MALAYSIAN VISUAL CULTURE GRAPHIC BOOK AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL BY UM VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN STUDENTS

faculty of Literature

Visual Communication Design

October 23, 2024

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

SDG 4

The primary aim of this project is to introduce and appreciate the cultural diversity of Malaysia to the Indonesian public through graphic media, while also promoting a deeper cross-cultural understanding. This aligns with which aims to enhance access to quality education, including multicultural education that can enrich societal perspectives.

Appreciating Cultural Diversity through the Malaysian Visual Culture Graphic Book Indonesia and Malaysia, as neighboring nations, share interconnected cultural heritage often perceived as similar. However, each country possesses a unique cultural identity worth exploring and appreciating. The Malaysian Visual Culture graphic book seeks to explore and present Malaysia’s cultural identity in an engaging and accessible way for Indonesian readers. Designed with visually compelling elements and in-depth information, the book educatively portrays the beauty and diversity of Malaysian culture.

Through this cultural exploration, the graphic book aims to broaden Indonesian readers’ knowledge about Malaysian culture and deepen mutual appreciation between the two countries. The use of colorful visuals and diverse cultural symbols is expected to captivate readers and enhance their understanding of cultural diversity. Thus, Malaysian Visual Culture serves not only as a book but also as an educational tool that supports the goal of quality education, opens up global cultural insights, and fosters stronger inter-country relations through deeper cultural understanding.