Malakoff Corporation Berhad (Malakoff), a member of MMC Group, recently hosted a 3-day motivational camp at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor Bahru from 28 to 30 November 2024. The camp, attended by 80 students and 14 teachers from the company's seven adopted primary schools in Mukim Serkat, Pontian, aimed to inspire young minds and strengthen our bond with the local community.
The schools that participated were SK Seri Sinaran Chokoh, SK Andek Mori, SK Permas Kelapa, SK Serkat, SK Sg Durian, SJKC Pei Chiao and SK Sungai Boh.
The three-day motivational camp featured a variety of engaging and educational activities aimed at fostering teamwork, boosting confidence, and equipping students with essential life skills. Highlights included the "Membina Pasukan Cemerlang" activity, which focused on developing collaboration and effective communication, as well as "Ceramah Motivasi Pelajar", which aimed to inspire students to overcome challenges and excel both personally and academically.
On the final day of the camp, the closing ceremony was attended by Safuanezam Mahmud, Penolong Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah (PPD) Hal Ehwal Murid, Mohamed Ali Mohamed, a representative from Tanjung Bin Power Plant (TBPP), and Zulkarnain Zainal, Timbalan Pesuruhjaya Kelanasiswa Malaysia from UTM. The event concluded with the presentation of certificates to all participants, recognising their active involvement throughout the camp.
This initiative is part of Malakoff's commitment towards the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities, which aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. It is also aligned with Malakoff's overarching purpose of 'Enhancing Life, Enriching Communities'.