Deputy Communications Minister Urges Young Content Creators to Focus on Meaningful Content
A Critical Role in Shaping Society
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia – Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has urged young content creators to focus on producing meaningful content that reflects the community’s values, heritage, and identity. Speaking at the 4th Southeast Asia Video Festival for Children awards ceremony, Teo emphasized the critical role of content creation in shaping society.
“Our mission is not just to encourage more content but to foster meaningful content that reflects our community’s values,” she said. “Creating content is not just about getting views or likes but about the lasting impression the stories leave.” Teo stressed that content creators should not focus solely on the number of views or likes their content receives, but rather on the impact it has on society.
The Impact of Content on Children’s Worldview
Teo highlighted the importance of content creation on children’s worldview. “A video might last only a few minutes, but its impact can resonate for years. Especially when it comes to children, your content has the potential to shape their worldview,” she said. She emphasized the significance of creating content that is not only entertaining but also educational and informative for children.
Achieving Accessibility and Value
In today’s world, Teo noted that creating content has become more accessible to all with platforms like TikTok and YouTube, along with editing tools such as CapCut and Adobe Premiere Pro. However, she reminded content creators that not every piece of content has intrinsic value simply because it is easy to create.
Highlighting Southeast Asia’s Unique Strengths
According to Teo, the festival marks Malaysia’s preparation to assume the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, providing an opportunity to highlight the region’s unique strengths. “This is a chance for us to highlight what makes Southeast Asia so special: our rich diversity, our cultures, and our shared values,” she said.
Awards and Collaborative Spirit
At the event, Upin & Ipin: Our Friend Susanti from Malaysia received the Heart Award under the Professional Category, and Kisapmata from the Philippines received the Heart Award for the Children’s Category. The event concluded with the symbolic handover of hosting duties to Thailand, which will host the festival’s fifth edition, reflecting ASEAN’s collaborative spirit in fostering cross-cultural understanding through creative storytelling.
About the Southeast Asia Video Festival for Children
The Southeast Asia Video Festival for Children (SEAVFC) is a collaborative initiative among ASEAN countries that began in 2017 and aims to promote creative content for, by, and about children. The festival brings together content creators, policymakers, and industry experts to celebrate and recognize outstanding video content that promotes children’s rights, education, and well-being.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Teo’s message to young content creators is clear: focus on producing meaningful content that reflects the community’s values, heritage, and identity. By doing so, content creators can have a lasting impact on society and shape the worldview of future generations.
FAQs
Q: What is the Southeast Asia Video Festival for Children?
A: The Southeast Asia Video Festival for Children is a collaborative initiative among ASEAN countries that aims to promote creative content for, by, and about children.
Q: What is the purpose of the festival?
A: The festival’s purpose is to celebrate and recognize outstanding video content that promotes children’s rights, education, and well-being.
Q: What kind of content is recognized by the festival?
A: The festival recognizes a variety of content, including professional and children’s categories, that promotes children’s rights, education, and well-being.
Q: How can I get involved with the festival?
A: You can get involved by submitting your content for consideration, attending the festival as a delegate, or by supporting the festival’s initiatives and activities.