Introducing RASMA

The Roots & Shoots Malaysia Award

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Developing Young Malaysians Through Volunteerism

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Application Closes On 6 April 2025

The Roots & Shoots Malaysia Award or RASMA is a youth achievement award that delivers positive impact on young Malaysians. It recognises young people who complete a series of volunteer activities that are centred around the core values of respecting, protecting and nourishing all living things.

This is a service-based award designed to encourage young people to commit their time towards serving causes that are much bigger than themselves, and in doing so - develop character building attitudes that create well rounded adults. It runs in line with what Roots & Shoots is all about : going beyond awareness.

Volunteer Experience

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Aashriita A/p Muniandy
2022 Graduate

Ever thought about the similarities between you and a tree? Just like spending time together strengthens our bond, volunteering for the nature benefits both of us. As we nurture the environment, planting trees and preserving green spaces, we also nourish our own well-being. So, let's roll up our sleeves, dig in the dirt, and grow together, making our world a better place for both humans and trees alike!

Lee Qai Pin
2022 & 2023 Graduate

After joining RASMA, I became more empathetic and loving towards animals, and I also became more conscious of my actions to minimise my impact towards the environment, I continue to advocate and spread my knowledge of nature conservation to my peers wherever I go, and this all would not be possible if it was not for RASMA.

Natashah Nor Diana Baharom
2021 & 2022 Graduate

I can personally attest that RASMA has played a pivotal role in shaping me into a more focused individual and has significantly enhanced my interpersonal skills. With that experience, I was able to start my own project with my friends called Hand For Joy, which focuses on helping communities in need.

Jane's Message

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“Together we can, Together we will, Together we must save the world!”

Dr. Jane Goodall is one of the world's most renowned ethologist and conservationist. Dr. Goodall has spent over 40 years researching chimpanzees. Today, she spends over 300 days a year travelling the globe spreading her messages of peace and conservation. Find out more about Dr. Goodall here.

"What is so important is hope, if we don't have hope, we give up, we do nothing, in this world of violence and fear, and it’s you young people, who give me the most hope. When you understand the problems and are empowered to take action, what you are doing around the world is unbelievable."

"The advice I give to young people today is exactly what my mother gave to me when I was 10 and I said I’m going to grow up, go to Africa, live with wild animals and write books about them. Everybody laughed. How could I do that? We didn’t have any money. World War II was raging. I was just a girl. But my mother always said, “If you really want something, you’re going to have to work hard, you’ll have to take advantage of every opportunity but don’t give up.” I’ve taken that message to young people… all around the world.”

Why Participate?

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Over 30 Exciting Partners

You get the opportunity to learn and give back while volunteering with any of our partners.

Make a Direct Impact

Engage your head, heart and hands to make a difference.

Be a Part of the RASMA Tribe

Be a part of a community of like-minded people that participates in on-going activities.

Graduate

You will receive an award certificate upon completion and join the alumni family.

Pre-qualify for a Full Scholarship (For RASMA Graduates)

You will pre-qualify for a full scholarship for the Bachelor Degree Program in International Program for Sustainable Development at Chang Jung University. More info here.

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