KOTA BELUD: More than 800 participants took part in the 1st SAB-WIDE Master Guide Leadership Camp 2026 (MGLC26), organised by the Sabah Mission Youth Ministries Department. The four-day camp began on November 6.
The first event of its kind at state level provided a platform to strengthen leadership skills, cooperation and volunteerism among young people in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Sabah Deputy Chief Minister and Kadamaian State Assemblyman Datuk Ewon Benedick said young people should have the courage to take on leadership roles—not only in religious institutions, but also in the community and state administration.
He said leadership calls for a willingness to serve, face challenges and contribute to community development regardless of religious, ethnic or cultural background.
Ewon also encouraged young people to make use of the various leadership platforms available to bring positive change to their communities.
He made the remarks while officiating at the closing ceremony of MGLC26 on Monday.
At the same event, Ewon announced an allocation of RM100,000 next year to upgrade facilities at the campsite.
The funding could be used, among other things, to improve the toilets and carry out other minor developments needed to make the site more comfortable for users.
In addition to its leadership and spiritual programmes, MGLC26 featured 39 vendors who operated stalls throughout the camp.
Their participation also created opportunities for local entrepreneurs to earn income through business activities during the event.
Ewon urged participants to uphold integrity, act responsibly and remain guided by strong moral principles as they carry out their duties as leaders.
