EFFORTS to make media careers like journalism more attractive to young graduates were among the key topics discussed at a meeting between the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) and Kelab Media Mutiara Pulau Pinang (Mutiara).
MPI president Datuk Yong Soo Heong said the industry needed to continue engaging with young people to provide a clearer understanding of the opportunities that were available.
“Times have changed and the media landscape is evolving rapidly,” he said.
“We need to look at how we can make journalism relevant and attractive to young graduates, especially those pursuing media-related programmes at university.”
The engagement session with Mutiara focused on industry developments, challenges faced by practitioners and opportunities for collaboration in journalism and professional development.
It also discussed the Media Mutiara Awards 2026 as well as a forum on journalism careers scheduled for December.
Yong said platforms that bring together media practitioners and industry stakeholders were important to address the challenges facing the profession.
He said such engagements could help identify areas of cooperation and create opportunities for journalists to enhance their skills and adapt to the changing environment.
Meanwhile, Mutiara representatives shared their views on revitalising interest in media careers among students.
The club said greater exposure to the realities and opportunities of working in the media could help attract more young talent to the profession.
The session also allowed both organisations to exchange their views on current issues affecting journalists and explore joint programmes in Penang.
The MPI delegation included senior manager Dr Nuzatul Shima Sulaiman, manager Ramizah Abdul Aziz, social media unit head Ibrahim Darman and trainee Muhammad Hazeem Syahrulnizal.
Representing Mutiara were Al’lias Che Rahim, Ahmad Zhafaran Mohammed Nasib, Imran Hilmy and Mohd Fairuz Azmi.
