UBSI Delegation Introduces Culture Through Games and Dance in Thailand

A delegation from Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika (UBSI) held an international community service event at the Sleeping Bag Foundation in Bangkok, Thailand, on Saturday (4/7/2026). The activity, part of the Global Youth Congress (GYC) 2026 series, carried the theme ‘Enjoy Learning Multicultural Games and Dances’ and involved children supported by the foundation. Through the event, the delegates introduced cultural diversity in a fun way. Various educational activities were packaged in the form of traditional games, cultural dances, and interactive discussions about tolerance and respect for differences. Mahna Zakiah Nadhif, a UBSI delegate from the Information Systems study programme, stated that introducing culture from an early age is important for building an open attitude towards diversity. She noted that a creative, game-based approach makes it easier for children to understand multicultural values. ‘We want to show that learning about culture does not have to be done formally. Through games and shared activities, children can recognise differences while learning to appreciate them,’ Mahna said. Fellow delegate Bella Amelia, also from the Information Systems programme, explained that games are an effective medium for building interaction among participants. Besides creating a pleasant atmosphere, games also help children understand the value of togetherness. ‘Through traditional games, children not only play but also learn to cooperate, respect one another, and understand that every culture has a uniqueness that deserves appreciation,’ Bella added. After the game session, participants were introduced to various multicultural dances presented by the implementation team. The children then practised basic dance movements in a relaxed and interactive atmosphere that encouraged them to express themselves more confidently. The activity continued with a games and dance challenge that combined elements of play and cultural dance. In this session, participants were divided into several groups to complete challenges together while showcasing their creativity. Kayla Shabirah Putri, a UBSI delegate from the Communication Science study programme, said the collaboration was designed to strengthen cross-cultural understanding through direct experience. She believes the learning process is more memorable when participants are actively involved in every activity. ‘We hope the children will not only remember the games or the dances, but also understand the message about tolerance, cooperation, and the importance of appreciating differences,’ Kayla said.