After almost a year's training, the participants of Craft Design & Development Workshop for Bakun Residents were presented with ‘graduation’ certificates in a ceremony held at Uma Daro in Sungai Asap in mid 2007.

The workshop was first introduced in April, 2006 by MCH to enhance the creativity and craftsmanship of the local artisans in Bakun as well as creating new avenues to enhance and sustain their income. (See Bakun Craft Association)

More than 60 participants received their certificates that were presented by Captain (R) Baharudin Jalil of MCHJV and Professor Dr Ruslan Abd Rahim of UiTM.

Gracing the event, YBhg Encik Sirai Daha, Belaga’s newly appointed District Officer said, “I am grateful for MCH’s initiative in finding ways to upgrade the livelihood of the locals surrounding Bakun.

"I am also glad that MCH had chosen the best facilitators from UiTM to run the workshop. It simply shows the organisation’s commitment and sincerity in its pledge to assist the locals in developing a cottage industry here, in Bakun.”

Bakun Craft Association made its inaugural public showcase during the Pesta Sg Asap also held mid 2007.

The recently concluded Craft Design and Development Workshops organised by MCHJV in collaboration with UiTM has resulted in the development of the Bakun - Belaga Craft Association who design and produce unique local crafts of high quality.

Headed by Mr Michael Mujah Lihan with approximately 60 members from Sg Asap and Belaga, the association is currently undergoing the registration process with the Registrar of Society in Sarawak.