The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Bandar Klang recently organized a highly insightful Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Talk at Asia-Pacific University (APU).
The event underscored the crucial role of ESG practices in fostering advanced market development and driving global business growth.
Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) Talk By JCI Bandar Klang
The event was graced by the presence of YB Tuan Lee Chean Chung, the esteemed Guest of Honour. The panel featured distinguished speakers, including Mr. Edison Choong, Head of ESG at MATRADE; Ms. Shireen Jasmin Ali, Director of Trade & Industry; and Ms. Catherine Chan, Country Channel Manager at Alibaba.com.
Their expertise provided invaluable perspectives on the integration of ESG in various sectors.
Purpose Of The Award
Khor Chii Jazz, the JCI Bandar Klang Organising Chairman for the Sustainable Development Award (SDA) 2024, emphasized the award’s objective: to raise awareness of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).
The award aims to recognize organizations that actively contribute to these goals, promoting global efforts in poverty eradication, environmental protection, and ensuring prosperity and peace.
Eligibility & Participation
The award invites participation from a diverse range of entities, including Private Limited Companies, Government Legal Counsel, Municipal Councils, various government departments, Music Councils, International Schools, Institutions, Social Entrepreneurs, Universities, Non-profit Organizations, Clubs, and Associations.
This broad eligibility criterion ensures a wide array of contributors to the sustainable development agenda.
Gratitude To Partners
JCI Bandar Klang also shared that they sincerely thanks all the Marketing, Media, and Supporting Partners, including Trinity 42, Rise Malaysia, MATRADE, MySDG Academy, Impact Volution, Asia Pacific University, A Plus Boss, PUMM, MRCA, ESGAM, and other associations.
Their support is instrumental in backing the 2024 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award.
2024 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award Details
The award ceremony is scheduled for September 22nd, 2024. For more information on nominations, interested parties can contact Organising Chairman Khor Chii Jazz at 017-254 3133 or Nomination Director Lee Hui Fen at 016-669 7559. Additional details can also be found on the Facebook page at Sustainable Development Award.
This event serves as a testament to the pivotal role ESG practices play in shaping a sustainable future, encouraging businesses and organizations worldwide to contribute positively to global development.
