I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to helm one of the country’s leading corporate foundations. YSD has made great strides in making a difference in the lives of ordinary Malaysians since its establishment in 1982, and it is a great responsibility to continue the Foundation’s good work, while increasing its impact and achieving more milestones. I am glad to be working alongside passionate and enthusiastic peers, and I am grateful for their invaluable insights into assisting and enriching the lives of others, with the support of the diligent YSD operations team.
YSD endeavours to offer wisdom, expertise and assistance at all levels of education to promote and advance what people believe they can achieve, especially the underprivileged. YSD supports initiatives that reduce gaps in accessing quality education between urban and rural societies, and to improve access to basic education for the marginalised. The Foundation also strives to support national policies with the aim to improve the Malaysian education system.
The amount
committed
since 1982
RM285.7 mil
The number
of ongoing
education programmes
17
The number of
scholarship and
bursary recipients
356
YSD dedicates itself to the protection and preservation of the environment and conservation of biodiversity, while preserving landscape and seascape. Priority is given to vulnerable and/or endangered species and the preservation of forest reserves and marine parks. The Foundation supports world-class scientific research, with the aim of translating results into action, while developing highly capable local scientists, researchers and custodians. YSD also supports initiatives and campaigns that encourage and empower communities to live sustainably by adopting green and sustainable practices in their lifestyle.
The amount
committed
since 2009
RM153 mil
The number
of ongoing
projects
22
The number
of organisations
supported
18
YSD supports community-based programmes and sustainable initiatives intended to improve the wellbeing of disadvantaged people and reduce socio-economic disparities. YSD assists initiatives that promote national policy changes to protect the basic rights and improve the quality of life of disadvantaged and marginalised communities. YSD also encourages research and advocacy efforts towards improving community health.
The amount
committed
since 2009
RM146 mil
The number
of ongoing
projects
30
The number of
organisations
supported
> 24
YSD supports grassroot initiatives that promote healthy living, unity and inclusion among children and youth, including disadvantaged and marginalised groups. The Foundation also supports grassroot and worldclass athletes development programmes, especially those that focus on honing female sporting talent. Towards these ends, YSD makes available the resources to promote sporting activities to help youths realise their full potential; develop sports; cultivate role models who inspire unity, excel in sports and raise the standards of sports.
The amount
committed
since 2009
RM192 mil
The number
of ongoing
projects
8
The number
of organisations
supported
9
YSD supports the development of a vibrant arts community in Malaysia’s multi-cultural society, which includes projects and activities in the arts and traditional heritage preservation. YSD sponsors initiatives that encourage the development of arts and culture, and expand the demand for the arts whilst providing the industry with educational opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills that contribute to the richness of a cultural heritage that is uniquely Malaysian. This includes artistic endeavours that touch on its five pillars. YSD also supports collaborations that provide platforms to promote local arts and emerging artistes to achieve local and international recognition.
The amount
committed
since 2009
RM23 mil
The number
of ongoing
projects
19
The number
of organisations
supported
16
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