Excerpt from message of Chairman of NPFDB

"... the theme selected to mark the 1997 National and International Family Day programmes and activities which is "Noble Values Uphold the Family" is indeed appropriate in view of the current high level of concern shown by Malaysian people for issues and problems regarding the family. This theme emphasises on increasing awareness and inculcation of values and social ethics which are important to be upheld and practised by all family members as a basis for the formation of strong and resilient families in society."

Tan Sri Dato' Dr. Abdul Khalid Bin Sahan
Johor Bahru
15 May, 1997
National & International Family Day