Wakil Bupati Barito Timur (Bartim) Habib Said Abdul Saleh opened the fourth regional conference of Muhammadiyah and Aisyiyah at Mantawara Hall on Saturday, May 27, 2023. In his speech, Habib said that the conference aimed to enlighten the people of Barito Timur and promote progress in the region.
He emphasized the importance of the conference’s strategic value in consolidating the organizational work program to improve and refresh it with new management. Habib hoped that the conference would result in a commitment to enhancing and consolidating the value and presence of Muhammadiyah, which promotes enlightenment and progress.
Furthermore, he hoped that the conference would facilitate organizational evaluations and improvements to create a stable and robust structure, promoting harmonious collaboration and contributing to the development of welfare, justice, and peace in Barito Timur.
Habib explained that Muhammadiyah is an organization that operates in the fields of religion, healthcare, education, community empowerment, and social impact, such as schools, universities, hospitals, orphanages, and other charitable activities.
Thus, under the theme “Enlightening the People of Barito Timur for Progress,” Habib encouraged the conference to create outstanding charity organizations in Bartim and promote public involvement in community empowerment, contributing to the enlightenment and progress of the people of Barito Timur.
In his speech, Habib also expressed the commitment of the Barito Timur regional government to supporting religious development by dedicating funds annually to religious organizations and community organizations.
He emphasized the significance of the cooperation between the regional government and various community organizations in conducting religious development for their congregations, creating harmonious, peaceful, faithful, and God-fearing communities.
Habib concluded his speech by invoking the guidance and blessings of Allah and officially declaring the opening of the fourth Muhammadiyah and Aisyiyah regional conference in Barito Timur in 2023.
The conference was attended by representatives from the Muhammadiyah provincial government of Kalteng, the head of the Bartim council, the regional military commander, several representatives from various Bartim organizations, and distinguished guests. ***
