Seterra Dialogue (SEDIA) 2024
National Caregivers Conference

Championing the Cause to transform Islamic Aged Care in Malaysia

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Malaysia is already an ageing society and there are wide geographic, gender and ethnic disparities.  The pace of ageing is very rapid with aged care disabilities and dependencies increasing. In 2022, Seterra took the initiative to organize the FIRST International Forum in Malaysia on Islamic Aged Care called the “SETERRA DIALOGUE 2022” or SEDIA22.

 

SEDIA22 sought to catalyze and create awareness on the urgent need to connect all stakeholders involved from Government regulators and departments, religious councils, Industry players, GLCs, financial institutions and others, to work together to transform the Islamic Age Care industry in Malaysia in the areas of:

sustainable business models, achieving Global standards and benchmarks of care, changing perceptions - aged care according to the Quran and financing Islamic aged care.

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Ultimately, our goal is to ensure that: All Malaysian Muslims have access to quality aged care services; Community based Islamic Aged Care facilities can be built for all population strata of Malaysia and Malaysia will produce and train highly skilled caregivers in Islamic modules.

 

SEDIA22 was held virtually due to COVID-19 lockdown and was co-organized with MyAgeing University Putra Malaysia (Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing) and University College MAIWP. A Roundtable discussion was held with overseas and local experts to discuss a roadmap which was encapsulated in the Damansara Declaration 2022.  A Youth Summit hosted by the Eminent Sheikh Dr Sajid Umar, Mufti and Judge from the UK attracted about 300 youths while the SEDIA22 conference proper also attracted close to 400 participants.    

 

The Seterra Dialogue 2024 (SEDIA24) National Caregivers Conference concluded on a high note. Together, we embarked on a transformative journey at the M Resort & Hotel in Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. SEDIA24 wasn't just a conference; it was a catalyst for a more compassionate and inclusive future for Malaysia's Care Economy.

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The launch of KENDANA, the Malaysian Caregivers Association, marked a pivotal moment. This vital initiative promises to elevate aged care standards and ensure quality care for all Malaysians. We are also incredibly excited about the Aman Seterra Sanctuary in Langkawi, a testament to our dedication to enriching senior lives.

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Deputy Minister Datuk Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib's keynote address offered a glimpse into the immense potential of the Care Economy, not just in Malaysia (US$25.5 billion) but globally (US$4.56 trillion by 2025). This presents a unique opportunity to enhance societal well-being and ensure our seniors receive the respect and care they deserve.

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SEDIA24, co-organized by Seterra Group and MY Iskandar Sdn Bhd, in collaboration with MyAgeing UPM, University College of MAIWP International (UCMI), Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) and hosted by Bina Darulaman Berhad (BDB), fostered crucial discussions on integrating the Care Economy into national development strategies. We explored private sector collaboration to meet the growing demand for healthcare services, from long-term care tourism to cutting-edge medical advancements.
 

 

The upcoming SEDIA25 will be held on July 7, 2025, so please contact us for sponsorship and conference details soon.