It's About YOUth: Safeguarding indigenous customary land rights
Indigenous communities play an important role in safeguarding the earth’s forest, yet their lands and livelihoods are often threatened. Hazelynn Anak Rimbar from Universiti Malaya and Eliana a/p Tan Beng Hui from Apa Kata Wanita Orang Asli discuss what it takes to improve the rights of indigenous communities in Malaysia.
Fri Aug 16 2024
It's About YOUth: Climate finance: The key to shaping a sustainable future
In mitigating the severe impacts of climate change, Mukriz Mahader and Lydia Hong, Co-directors of the Climate Finance Summit 2024 discuss what is needed to scale up financing to support climate action for a sustainable future.
Fri Jul 26 2024
It's About YOUth: PCOS: A barrier to conception?
Join Professor Dr. Imelda Balchin, Consultant Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Damansara Specialist Hospital 2, as she discusses PCOS's impact on fertility and explores ways to overcome this common barrier. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Jul 19 2024
It's About YOUth: Cultivating critical thinkers of tomorrow
This episode explores how Model United Nations (MUN) fosters diplomacy and critical thinking among students, shaping future leaders. Join Dr Benjamin Barton and Emma Emmanuelle Gerard from the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) as we discuss the transformative impact of MUN on today's youth. #ItsAboutYOUTH
Fri Jun 28 2024
It's About YOUth: World Refugee Day: Empowering communities, combatting hate
To mark World Refugee Day, Prince from United World Academy and Mustafe Abdikader from Youth Empowerment Support share how the refugee communities navigate their lives in Malaysia and what work is being done to empower the group from within.
Fri Jun 21 2024
It's About YOUth: The power youth in shaping a better tomorrow
Unlocking the potential of youth to advocate for positive change, Sofea Rozhan of untuksemua and ‘Ariff Bin Amir Ali of Youth United for Earth talks about the importance of making the young voices heard.
Fri May 24 2024
It's About YOUth: Student political activism in the digital age
In another special edition of It's About YOUth, student leaders Nurul Syamim and Eizad Arian speak about harnessing the power of social media to drive change and amplify their voices in campus and national politics. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri May 17 2024
It's About YOUth: Igniting students participation in democracy
Join us for a special episode of It’s About YOUth where student leaders, Aliff Naif and Amirul Alif discuss engaging students in campus politics to ignite a spark in the nation's democracy. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri May 10 2024
It's About YOUth: Moving full “STEAM” ahead
As the education and job landscapes rapidly evolve, there is a need for a comprehensive education that includes both the sciences and the arts. Representatives from University of Nottingham Malaysia talk about their “STEAM” approach to build highly skilled, all-rounder students.
Fri Apr 26 2024
It's About YOUth: Protecting the right to health
To commemorate World Health Day on April 7th, Dr Sean Thum from MMA SCHOMOS and Independent Health Journalist Loh Foon Fong discuss improving equitable and quality access to healthcare in Malaysia.
Fri Apr 05 2024
It's About YOUth: Gender perspectives in climate justice
Shakila Zen from Persatuan Aktivis Sahabat Alam (KUASA) and Michelle Chew from International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) dive deep into the intersection of gender and environmental challenges, shedding light on the disproportionate effects of climate change facing women and girls. #ItsAboutYOUth
Sat Mar 23 2024
It's About YOUth: Gender perspectives in climate justice
Shakila Zen from Persatuan Aktivis Sahabat Alam (KUASA) and Michelle Chew from International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) dive deep into the intersection of gender and environmental challenges, shedding light on the disproportionate effects of climate change facing women and girls. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Mar 22 2024
It's About YOUth: Harnessing the power of children's stories
How can children's literature be used to spark discussion on sustainability, health and social issues? Stockholm University’s Elina Druker and Architects of Diversity’s Neila Maryam explore the power of stories, and ways to cultivate the habit of reading.
Fri Mar 08 2024
It's About YOUth: Engaging youth in higher education collaboration
Malaysia has been actively fostering education partnerships worldwide to position itself as global higher education hub. Jazreel Goh, Country Director of British Council Malaysia and UK alumni, Zaim Mohzani discuss strengthening UK-Malaysia education partnership and engaging youth in the process.
Fri Mar 01 2024
It's About YOUth: Is KL a liveable city?
From affordability to safety issues, many youth face difficulties living in Kuala Lumpur. Has the capital improved over the years to accommodate the needs of youth? Koh Cha-ly from Urbanmetry and Afaf Ismail from Think City share their insights.
Fri Feb 16 2024