SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEBANGSAAN PANTAI, PETI SURAT NO.

81755, JALAN POHON BATU , 87027 WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN LABUAN, MALAYSIA

ENGLISH LANGUAGE MALAYSIAN PERSONALITY WHO HAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE NATION : ENDON MAHMOOD

PREAPARED BY : NURUL NATASHA BINTI ZAIFULHIZAM CLASS FORM : 4 TOPEZ (2013) SUBJECT TEACHER : MISS JANET ROSE TANAKINJAL

CONTENT

Acknowledgement 1 Introduction .. 2 Objective .. 3 Biography . 4 Career and Contribution to the Country 5-6 Achievement . 7 Conclusion 8 Gallery .. 9-10 References . 11

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

First and foremost, I would like to thank to my English Language teacher, Miss Janet for the valuable gunce and advice. She inspired us greatly to work in this project. Her willingness to motivate us contributed tremendously to our project. We also would like to thank her for showing us some example that related to the topic of our project. Besides, I would like to thank my friends for helping me and give me some idea for the folio project during discussion. Finally, an honorable mention goes to my family for their understandings and supports on us in completing this project. Without helps of the particular that mentioned above, we would face many difficulties while doing this.

INTRODUCTION

Since our country achieve independence, Endon is noted for her contributions to traditional fabric art such as the batik and songket. For example, she launched Campaigns and exhibitions such as the "Batik Extravaganza" which was held in early December 2003 and the Malaysian Batik Movement, "Creation For The World". She was also a patron of the theatre. Mothers who are also successful career women are "superwomen".Datuk Seri Endon Mahmood said there was no better word to describe women who answered the call of the modern world to be both caregivers and breadwinners for their families."The role of women is becoming increasingly important and challenging as our country develops. It is no mean feat for any woman to succeed both at home and at work," she said.Describing a "superwoman" as an exemplary mother and worker, Endon said such women should also have a good education to help shape and guide their children. So we can conclude that Endon Mahmood has realize us that small thing also bring success to our country . We as Malaysian proud to have Endon Mahmood as one of the country leader .

OBJECTIVE

There are few objective that I want to achieve for doing this project folio . First is to know personality that have contributed to nation since independence . So that as Malaysian it can inspire me to contribute to our nation in the future as a young leader. Secondly , I want to get some knowledge about our achievement that we achieve since independence which is referring to the personalitys effort and sacrifice for the country. This can lead to seed the patriotism to my country. Besides, from nationalists , to politicians and from experts to the man in the street, many have, in their own way , displayed patriotism including contribute something for the nation. Some may have had their praises sung in the annals of history while others are just known to a few.

BIOGRAPHY ; TUN ENDON MAHMOOD AMBAK

Tun Endon Mahmood Ambak (24 December 1940 20 October 2005) was the first wife of the 5th Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. She died from breast cancer on 20 October 2005. Endon was born to Datuk Mahmood Ambak, a Malay, and Datin Mariam Abdullah, a Japanese. Endon had ten other siblings, including her twin sister Noraini as well as other sisters Nonni, Rahmah and Aizah. She was born in Klang, Selangor on 24 December 1940. Endon's father worked as a mining assistant in the Department of Mines, and subsequently transferred to Perak to help oversee about 60 mines in the district of Kampar. Endon spent much of her childhood days in Kampar and received her early education at the Anglo-Chinese School, now Methodist National Type Primary School. She later went on to attend St Marys secondary school in Kuala Lumpur. Endon met Abdullah while she was working at the Federal Establishment Office (now the Public Service Department) in the 1960s and they were married in 1965. Endon later retired from civil service in 1976. Together with Abdullah, Endon had two children: son Datuk Kamaluddin Abdullah, a business tycoon (married to Azrene) and a daughter, Nori Abdullah (married to Khairy Jamaluddin). Both Abdullah and Endon had four grandchildren. Endon underwent a radical mastectomy on 18 April 2002, which was followed by 33 sessions of radiation and a series of physiotherapy sessions at St. John's Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. She discovered she had breast cancer in 2003 while her twin sister Noraini who had earlier been diagnosed with the disease died in January 2003. She left for St. John's Medical Center in Los Angeles, California for treatment, returning again in June 2005 for chemotherapy. She returned to Malaysia on October 2, 2005. She was later brought home to Seri Perdana to be with her family after spending two weeks in Putrajaya Hospital. On 20 October 2005, aged 64, Endon died after a long battle with breast cancer. The funeral was conducted at the Prime Minister's residence and the Putra Mosque (where the funeral prayers are conducted), both in Putrajaya. Endon was buried at the Muslim cemetery in Taman Selatan, Precinct 20, Putrajaya..

CAREER AND CONTRIBUTION TO THE COUNTRY

Inspiring a stunning comeback of an ancient craft Batik has been a part of Malaysian culture over centuries. Soon after Independence it was adopted as the national attire for formal occasions as the nation began to build a new identity. Over time interest in batik dwindled. It became a forgotten tradition. It was the late YABhg Datin Paduka Seri Endon Mahmood, wife of the Prime Minister, YAB Dato' Seri Ahdullah Haji Abmad Badawi, that gave batik back its dignity, raising its national status, expanding its creative potential while forging an international presence in fashion wear. She began a vigorous campaign, Malaysia batik - crafted for the world which inspired the industry to go beyond the ordinary into the high end of fashion. It was a strategic move to brand Malaysian batik and build a presence that was unique and far removed from generic expectations and expressions of batik as it existed around the world. Mokara Datin Seri Endon a specially bred orchid for a special lady Mokara Datin Seri Endon was specially bred by the Malaysian Agriculture Research and Development Institute (MARDI) and presented to her in May, 2005. Being a highly creative and artistic personality the orchid inspired her to transfer its distinctive colour and features into a batik collection. She took a personal interest in developing the collection. A creatively adventurous person, she was always willing to try new things, constantly experimenting with new materials. This enthusiasm has inspired the batik industry to an extent that today we see batik applied in exciting ways, on cotton, silk, satin and even lycra. The Mokara collection shows how batik can be elegant and fashionable. The orchid is designed to bloom in a stunning manner on gowns, cocktail dresses, sportswear, leisure caftans and even swimsuits. An extraordinary woman with a passion for the arts Datin Paduka Seri Endon has always loved the arts, in all forms and expressions. For batik she had a special fondness and made it a point to wear it with pride. The support of the Prime Minister Dato' Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi gave her the impetus to develop a full campaign to revive Malaysian batik with new identity and verve that would win it a place in the world of high fashion. Within a short time she managed to bring it to Europe, arranging showcases at fashion capitals where Malaysian batik received recognition for its distinctive colours and designs.

She set up the Batik Guild to strengthen the local industry by gathering them under one umbrella. She injected new ambition into the rural batik industry encouraging them to be involved in the exciting new changes that she was creating for batik.

5 Innovative expressions of a new generation - Endon's legacy for batik Datin Paduka Seri Endon fired up the imagination of young designers using street carnivals and competitions to draw their interest. She knew that the involvement of young people was vital for the future of batik. Now that she had begun the revival, it needed to pick up momentum. The Piala Seri Endon let loose the floodgates of creativity of the young. Batik began to be applied in new ways. Young and unknown designers responded with great enthusiasm and with professionalism that delighted her. The winner of the first competition, Masrina Abdullah, had her designs shown as part of the Milan Fashion Week in September, 2005. For Datin Paduka Seri Endon this was her greatest legacy to batik, that it should grow through the innovative expressions of the next generation.

ACHIEVEMENT

Endon is noted for her contributions to traditional fabric art such as the batik and songket. For example, she launched Campaigns and exhibitions such as the "Batik Extravaganza" which was held in early December 2003 and the Malaysian Batik Movement, "Creation For The World". She was also a patron of the theatre. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia conferred Endon Mahmood the Honorary Doctorate in Humanities in August 2004. Endon Mahmoud was conferred the Tun Fatimah Award by the National Council of Women's Organisations on 24 August 2004 for her service to the community. She was posthumously conferred the Seri Setia Mahkota Malaysia (SSM) which carries the title 'Tun' on 6 June 2009 in conjunction with the birthday of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin

CONCLUSION

Datin Paduka Seri Endon devotes her time to social, community and charity works, particularly relating to women and children. She has successfully spearheaded several charity projects. Mothers who are also successful career women are "superwomen". Datuk Seri Endon Mahmood ever said there was no better word to describe women who answered the call of the modern world to be both caregivers and breadwinners for their families.The role of women is becoming increasingly important and challenging as our country develops. It is no mean feat for any woman to succeed both at home and at work. Endon is a model for describing a "superwoman" as an exemplary mother and worker, such women also have a good education to help shape and guide their children. We can conclude that Datin Paduka seri Endon have had inspire lot of aspects for development of our country. We should appreciate her sacrifice for contribution to the country.

GALLERY

Her Excellency Naela Chohan of Pakistan & Datin Sri Endon Mahmood at the Museum of Islamic Heritage, Kuala Lumpur. (1999)

Mokara Datin Seri Endon a specially bred orchid for a special lady

Innovative expressions of a new generation - Endon's legacy for batik

Allahyarham Datin Paduka Seri Endon Mahmood The late YAB Datin Paduka Seri Endon Mahmood was proclaimed OUM's first Chancellor on Dec 16, 2004. As wife of the then Prime Minister, YAB Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, she offered excellent leadership in community and healthcare projects and was also a strong supporter of the arts and crafts. She graciously served the University before her untimely death from cancer on October 20, 2005.

The support of the Prime Minister Dato' Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi gave her the impetus to develop a full campaign to revive Malaysian batik with new identity and verve that would win it a place in the world of high fashion.

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REFERENCES
"Wonder years in Kampar". The Star (Malaysia). 21 October 2005. "Strength behind her gentleness".The Star (Malaysia). 21 October 2005. "Obituary: Endon Mahmood, wife of Malay leader". New York Times. 20 October 2005. 1,849 conferred royal awards on King's birthday The Star (Malaysia), 6 June 2009 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endon_Mahmood Successful career moms superwomen. From New Straits Times (Malaysia), May 24, 2004 http://www.worldbatikcouncil.com/pmsmessage/tribute.htm

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