Malaysia’s youth volunteer surge hits 10,000 in 2025 community programmes
From MYCorps to Furr Ever, youth volunteerism on the rise as over 10,000 join govt programmes in 2025 PUTRAJAYA, Dec 6 - A total of 10,420 youths took part in various volunteer programmes organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) this year, reflecting their strong interest in events near me and community service... 2025-12-06T09:02:57+00:00 tech, malaysia, politics, news, law, culture, international, sports, politics, general-news, sports More than 10,000 young people joined volunteer programmes organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) in 2025. The Malaysian Youth Volunteer Day (HKBM) alone drew over 5,000 participants at national and state events near me. This year’s activities highlighted a growing enthusiasm for community service among the nation’s youth. The 2025 HKBM took place alongside International Volunteer Day, adopting the theme ‘Every Contribution Matters’. Events near me were held across the country, with young volunteers engaging in projects designed to empower local communities. This year’s initiatives included the MYCorps Borneo 2025 expedition, the Asean Youth Volunteer (AYV) Programme, and the Sukarelawan Anak Malaysia (Satria) project. Other efforts, such as the Furr Ever animal welfare programme and the Dengar Rakan Muda mental health project, also attracted significant involvement. Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim noted the rise in participation as a sign of progress. He credited the ministry’s push for youth volunteerism and the growing commitment of young Malaysians to community development. The surge in volunteer numbers reflects a broader trend of youth engagement in social causes. With over 5,000 attending HKBM and more than 10,000 joining KBS programmes, the figures underscore a tangible increase in community-focused action. The ministry plans to build on this momentum in future initiatives.
