Speaking That Sparks Action

    Whether on international stages or in intimate workshops, I love sharing my reflections, ideas, and lessons on how to build sustainable change.

    Speaking at NSSPC Grand Final
    MySDG Academy podium
    MySDG Academy stage presentation
    CSO Platform Penang 2030

    Keynote Speeches

    Inspiring and practical talks that leave audiences with both motivation and clear next steps.

    30-60 minutes

    Workshops & Training

    Interactive sessions that build real skills in SDG implementation, ESG strategy, and partnership development.

    Half-day to multi-day

    Panel Discussions

    Thoughtful participation in conversations on sustainability, policy, and collaboration.

    As needed

    What I Speak About

    These are my most-requested topics, but I'm always happy to customize content for your specific audience and context.

    Making Global Goals Local

    A practical look at how communities and organizations can translate the 17 SDGs into initiatives that actually fit their context.

    SDGs • Policy • Implementation

    Youth as Sustainability Leaders

    Why young people are uniquely positioned to drive change—and how to create systems that support rather than tokenize them.

    Youth • Empowerment • Leadership

    The Art of Cross-Sector Partnership

    Real talk about what makes collaborations between government, civil society, and business actually work (and what kills them).

    Partnerships • Collaboration • Systems

    ESG That Goes Beyond Compliance

    How Malaysian organizations can move from checkbox ESG to genuine sustainability integration.

    ESG • Corporate • Strategy

    Work That Bridges Sectors

    Nearly two decades of designing and leading initiatives that connect people, build capacity, and create systems for lasting change. Here's a selection of that work. I believe in the power of SDG 17 — when a group of people strives together toward a single goal, that picture is profoundly beautiful.

    At the Deputy Minister's Office
    UN meeting session
    Community outreach
    UN Civil Society Conference, Nairobi 2024
    APPGM-SDG Dialogue with 4th Asian Convergence Initiative (ACI) DelegationInternational Engagement
    March 2026

    APPGM-SDG Dialogue with 4th Asian Convergence Initiative (ACI) Delegation

    ASEAN local government leaders sought practical models for SDG localisation that bridge national policy with grassroots community action.

    The Future of Social Work in Malaysia — Webinar SeriesCapacity Building
    2
    March 2026

    The Future of Social Work in Malaysia — Webinar Series

    The social work profession in Malaysia requires greater visibility, professional recognition, and integration within the broader Social Economy ecosystem.

    Malaysia Innovation Ecosystems: Empowering Family Businesses for Sustainable DevelopmentCapacity Building
    11 February 2026

    Malaysia Innovation Ecosystems: Empowering Family Businesses for Sustainable Development

    Family businesses needed insights on leveraging Malaysia's innovation ecosystem and the Quadruple Helix Model for sustainable competitive advantage.

    Logical Framework (LFA) – Train the Trainer WorkshopCapacity Building
    4 February 2026

    Logical Framework (LFA) – Train the Trainer Workshop

    NGOs, social enterprises, and community organisations needed capacity building in designing fundable, results-based, and measurable projects.

    SDG Training Session with Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ)Capacity Building
    January 2026

    SDG Training Session with Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ)

    Local government staff needed structured SDG literacy to integrate sustainability into municipal operations and service delivery.

    The Future Action Summit 2025 & ASEAN SDG–SSE Youth ConsultationInternational Engagement
    27–30 November 2025

    The Future Action Summit 2025 & ASEAN SDG–SSE Youth Consultation

    Young leaders across ASEAN needed a platform to shape the ASEAN SDG–Social Solidarity Economy Roadmap and contribute to regional sustainability strategies.

    SDG-ESG Training for SK MagicCapacity Building
    12 November 2025

    SDG-ESG Training for SK Magic

    Corporate teams needed structured SDG and ESG training to integrate sustainability into their business operations.

    Kursus Lokalisasi SDG: Selangor RS-1 & RS-2Capacity Building
    22–23 October 2025

    Kursus Lokalisasi SDG: Selangor RS-1 & RS-2

    Selangor state planners needed structured training on integrating SDGs into the state's first and second development plans.

    People I Work With

    Building bridges across sectors requires working with diverse partners. Here are some of the organizations I've had the privilege to collaborate with.

    InternationalUnited Nations Resident Coordinator's Office

    United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office

    International

    UN RCO

    Close collaboration on the Malaysian Youth SDG Summit and multi-stakeholder SDG engagement.

    InternationalInternational Labour Organization

    International Labour Organization

    International

    ILO

    Jointly promoting the Social Solidarity Economy (SSE) model to advance decent work and sustainable development.

    InternationalUnited Nations Development Programme

    United Nations Development Programme

    International

    UNDP

    Building Inclusive Community.

    GovernmentMinistry of Youth & Sports (KBS)

    Ministry of Youth & Sports (KBS)

    Government

    KBS

    Formerly an officer in the Deputy Minister's office; continue to work closely with the Ministry on youth policy and SDG initiatives.

    GovernmentNational Institute of Public Administration

    National Institute of Public Administration

    Government

    INTAN

    Delivered SDG training programs for government officials.

    GovernmentMalaysian Parliament

    Malaysian Parliament

    Government

    PARL

    Published in the Journal of the Malaysian Parliament and work closely with multiple Members of Parliament on SDG-related initiatives.

    Civil SocietyMalaysian CSO-SDG Alliance

    Malaysian CSO-SDG Alliance

    Civil Society

    MCSA

    A close partner and active member of the Alliance, contributing to civil society coordination for SDG implementation in Malaysia.

    Civil SocietyAll-Party Parliamentary Group Malaysia on SDGs

    All-Party Parliamentary Group Malaysia on SDGs

    Civil Society

    APPGM-SDG

    One of the directors of the APPGM-SDG Secretariat, driving bipartisan parliamentary advocacy for sustainable development.

    Have a Project in Mind?

    I'm always open to exploring new collaborations—especially those that push the boundaries of what's possible when sectors work together.

    Let's Talk