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Malaysian Entrepreneur, Ikmal Fahmi to Join ASEAN Youth Empowerment Workshop in Bangkok

  • Writer: fahmi mohamood
    fahmi mohamood
  • Jul 19, 2024
  • 2 min read



Machang, Kelantan, Malaysia — Ikmal Fahmi, a prominent Malaysian entrepreneur and journalist, has been selected to participate in the Regional Capacity Building Workshop for Empowering Youths Across ASEAN: Cohort 4. This pivotal event, dedicated to fostering youth empowerment and regional collaboration, will take place from August 1 to August 5, 2024, at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand.


The workshop is a collaborative effort between the ASEAN Foundation and Maybank Foundation, reflecting a longstanding commitment to promoting shared prosperity, awareness, and interaction among ASEAN communities. The ASEAN Foundation, established on December 15, 1997, during ASEAN’s 30th Anniversary Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, aims to address these vital needs.


Empowering the Next Generation


Launched on ASEAN Day in 2018, the eMpowering Youths Across ASEAN program focuses on empowering young people through experiential learning and social volunteerism. The initiative aims to make a significant impact on local communities by equipping youth with essential skills, fostering mentorship, and building a strong regional youth development network.


Event Details


Venue: Chaleom Rajakumari 10 Building (Chamchuri 10), 801 (Auditorium), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

AddressL 254 Phaya Thai Rd, Wang Mai, Khet Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Date: August 1-5, 2024


Who’s Participating


The workshop will gather youth volunteers from all 10 ASEAN countries, alongside representatives from the ASEAN Secretariat, Maybank Group, ASEAN Foundation, and Chulalongkorn University. Also attending will be representatives from civil society organizations and social enterprises from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.


Goals of the Workshop


Key objectives of the workshop include:


- Providing youth volunteers with resources and best practices for successful community project implementation

- Creating opportunities for mentorship and networking

- Building a robust regional youth development community


Ikmal Fahmi's Excitement


Expressing his enthusiasm, Ikmal Fahmi said, "I am happy to receive the news that I have been selected as a youth volunteer of the #eMpoweringYouths Across ASEAN: Cohort 4! My motivation to be a youth volunteer of eMpowering Youths: Cohort 4 is to make an impact in the Southeast Asia region in the aspect of technology advancement and economic empowerment. I am excited to meet the other eMpowering Youths’ youth volunteers and collaborate with them to drive sustainable and lasting change in the communities through impactful community projects!"





Building a Cohesive ASEAN Community


Ikmal Fahmi's participation underscores his commitment to youth empowerment and regional cooperation. His involvement is expected to bring valuable insights and contribute significantly to the goal of creating a cohesive and prosperous ASEAN community.





Follow Ikmal's journey in #eMpoweringYouths: Cohort 4 .


For more information, visit the ASEAN Foundation and Empowering Youths Across ASEAN websites.



About the ASEAN Foundation


The ASEAN Foundation was established in 1997 to promote greater awareness, prosperity, and interaction among the people of ASEAN. The eMpowering Youths Across ASEAN program, launched in 2018, exemplifies the collaborative efforts of the ASEAN Foundation and Maybank Foundation in advancing social volunteerism and experiential learning throughout the region.




 
 
 

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