Genting Highlands, 19 December 2024 – In a celebration of inclusivity and festive cheer, Resorts World Genting (RWG) and Genting Green Generation (G3), hosted a memorable Christmas celebration at Resorts World Awana (RWA) welcoming 23 blind and visually impaired individuals from the Malaysian Association for the Blind (MAB) on 12 December.
G3 is RWG’s employee volunteer programme, recognised for its focus on fostering community engagement and promoting environmental sustainability. This year’s Christmas celebration underscored RWG’s commitment to inclusivity by curating sensory-rich experiences tailored to create lasting connections and meaningful moments for the MAB participants.
The celebration began with an exhilarating adventure at Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park, where 23 MAB participants were paired with G3 volunteers to ensure a seamless experience. Equipped with earpieces for clear communication, participants fully engaged in the rides – Epic Hummingbird Flyers and Sid’s Rock ‘N’ Slide – guided by the Theme Park Ambassador’s detailed explanations. The immersive experience was a testament to the Genting SkyWorlds team’s unwavering dedication to accessibility and inclusion, leaving smiles and laughter among all attendees.
The festivities continued with a Christmas-themed luncheon at Dewan Lanai, Resorts World Awana, where participants were treated to live Christmas songs and a trumpet performance by the Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park Entertainment team. G3 volunteers ensured MAB participants were comfortably served and assisted throughout the lunch, fostering an atmosphere of warmth and connection. Special appearances by Mr. and Mrs. Claus, along with Benny the Entertainer, a Sun Bear mascot from Genting’s Highland Heroes, added an extra layer of sensory engagement, making the celebration even more memorable.
The event also featured an engaging interactive game session led by the RWA team. Blind and visually impaired participants, guided by their sense of touch, identified mystery items hidden in a box while G3 volunteers recorded their answers. This activity highlighted the importance of sensory exploration in creating inclusive experiences. Adding to the festive cheer, a lucky draw was held featuring gift boxes from L’Occitane, a B Corp-certified brand renowned for its impactful ‘Fight Avoidable Blindness’ initiatives globally. The participants were also presented with delightful mini cakes as take-home mementos, extending the joy of the day beyond the celebration itself.
Speaking at the event, Dato’ Sri Kay Atisha, Vice President of Corporate Relations and
Communications, Resorts World Genting, shared, “This year’s Christmas celebration underscores our commitment to inclusivity and creating meaningful experiences for all. The event was thoughtfully curated to provide the MAB participants with sensory-rich activities and engaging entertainment that could be enjoyed beyond sight, fostering connection and festive cheer. I am also proud of the dedication shown by our G3 volunteers and the tremendous support from teams at Genting SkyWorlds and Resorts World Awana in making this event truly special.”
The Christmas celebration underscores RWG’s commitment to fostering inclusivity through its G3 initiatives while reaffirming its dedication to community engagement. The company remains steadfast in its efforts to create meaningful, positive impacts within the communities it serves.
