To apply, you must be:
- Between the ages of 16 - 25
- A citizen or a resident of Malaysia
- Able to converse in basic English as some programmes will be conducted in English
- Keen to become a Compassionate Leader
- Be committed to fulfilling your volunteering hours
- Dedicated and passionate about saving our environment
Award Level
The Award is comprised of three (3) levels, each with an increasing minimum of hours to meet:
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45 hours |
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55 hours |
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75 hours |
Award Process
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| 1 | Online Registration and Upload Documents |
Applicants will have to register before the stipulated closing date |
| 2 | Get Shortlisted for Interview |
Our Award Committee will contact all shortlisted applicants for an interview (face to face OR through online video call)
The Award Committee may ask you about your answers to the application questions
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| 3 | Get Selected |
Applicants will be notified through email |
| 4 | Introduction to the Organisation(s) |
All selected participants will be introduced to their respective organisations |
| 5 | Briefing |
Applicants will be briefed before heading out to volunteer |
| 6 | Volunteer |
All participants will undergo their voluntary service period. Participants are required to log their completed hours in their reports online on the Award self-reporting platform. |
| 7 | Award Ceremony |
Upon completing the requirements, all participants will receive a certificate at the award giving ceremony |
Online Application Closing Date
Volunteering Period
Documents To Prepare
In the application form, you are required to upload documents below:
- NRIC
- Passport size photo
- Latest academic result / academic transcript
List of Organisations
In the application form, participants will be asked to rank their top 5 preferred organisations to work with based on the list of organisations given. The Award Committee will the take these preferences into account when assigning participants to each Organisation.
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Description:
Founded by Wong Siew Te in 2008. BSBCC's main goal is to protect sun bears through rehabilitation, education and research. To date, BSBCC has housed 46 rescued sun bears.
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Volunteering Location:
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Volunteer Programme:
- Involvement in daily operations at BSBCC, namely husbandry, feeding, and enrichment making for the bears. Volunteers also will assist in infrastructure building, tree planting and forest enclosure maintenance.
- Learning about sun bears in the stage of rehabilitation and the process of releasing them back to the wild.
- Education - Raise awareness among tourists, local community and students.
- Other roles would include behavioural monitoring and recording as well as data entry and blogging
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Free from Hepatitis A, B, C and Tuberculosis (TB). We also recommend that volunteers obtain all relevant vaccinations. Sabah is endemic for Malaria, please take the necessary precautions.
- It is compulsory for volunteers aged under 18 years old to bring a consent form signed by their parents.
- Able to work in a harsh environment and physically healthy.
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation at Paganakan Dij Tropical Retreat, Sepilok:
- RM 12/night (Sharing room for two)
- RM 14/night (Single room)
Transportation:
- RM 6 / Pax return from Accommodation to Sepilok
Food:
- Food is not Provided
- Volunteers can have lunch at the Cafeteria
- There will be a grocery trip
Additional Expenses:
Additional Notes:
- BSBCC would be offering a scholarship which would cover both accommodation and transportation to the working site. Volunteers would need to apply for it during the application process.
- Chosen volunteers will be allocated to one of the two rooms available at our staff house, if no rooms are available, they would be staying at Paganakan Dji Tropical Retreat
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Minimum Commitment (14 days)
- Work starts at 8 am, Lunch break 12pm – 1.30 pm, work ends at 5 pm
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Amenities Provided:
- WIFI
- Fully-auto washing Machine
- Kitchen (we will set a grocery day to buy the food so volunteer can cook by themselves)
- Cooking utensils
- Fridge
- Mattress
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Items To Bring:
- Outdoor clothing (i.e. proper attire for working in the jungle, extra dark coloured shirts, long pants, stockings, etc.(Note: Women are not allowed to wear slim fit attire)
- Insect repellent
- Water bottle
- Toiletries
- Medication (e.g. Paracetamol, diarrhoea pills, etc.)
- Notebook and pen
- Sandal & shoes
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Description:
EcoKnights is a non-profit environmental organization that champions sustainable living and supports a community of filmmakers, and environmentalist who embody diversity, innovation and uniqueness of vision. EcoKnights serves the community through development-led interventions from education and awareness programmes to research; and public participation programmes to consultation.
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- Around Klang Valley Region
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Volunteer Programme:
- Tree Planting: Volunteers will assist in planting trees and making mudballs in a half day event.
- River Clean-up: Volunteers will assist in collecting waste, segregating and weighing the waste collected.
- Public Engagements: Volunteers will assist in the activities that we have planned for the day which may vary based on the event’s needs.
- Soap Making: Volunteers will assist with engaging communities in making soap out of used cooking oil.
- Data analysis: Volunteers will assist with helping to conduct some data analysis based on the work that we do.
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Volunteer Criteria:
- Able to work outdoors
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work in a team
- Wiling to learn
- Disciplined
- Aged 18 years old and above
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Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
- No Accommodation is provided
Transportation:
- No Transportation provided
Food:
- No food provided, Volunteers are required to buy/bring their own meal
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- 8 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Description:
ERE Consulting Group is a multi –disciplinary consultancy that provides sustainable development solutions to governments, industries and organisations across Asia. Together, we address society’s growing demand for food, shelter, energy and transportation. The ultimate purpose of our business is to ensure that nature is protected while the lives of people are enriched.
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Volunteering Location:
- ERE Consulting Group, Subang Jaya, Selangor
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Volunteer Programme:
On the job training guided
by senior consultants to do
- Desk Work
- Data Research
- Site Visits
- Fieldwork
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Competent with MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point)
- Physically fit to work
- Able to work independently
- Team player
- Passionate about environmental works
- Fresh graduates, undergraduates ( Year 3 or Final )
Additional Note:
- While undergoing the internship, volunteers are expected to abide by all rules and regulations of the Company. All matters regarding office discipline, regulations, conduct & company policies will be briefed to volunteers on the 1st day of reporting to.
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Accommodation:
- Is provided only if the volunteers are required to go outstation for site visits / overnight stay.
Transportation:
- Transport is provided if the volunteers are required to go for site visits / fieldwork. Personal Protective Equipment for the respective sites / works is also provided.
- Otherwise, Volunteers need to cover their own transportation fee.
Food:
- Only coffee / Milo / Tea and biscuits will be available at all times
- Otherwise, volunteers can bring / buy their own food
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Normal Internship hours are as follows ( Monday - Friday 8:30-5.30 pm )
Additional Note:
- The Company may require the volunteers to work beyond the normal working hours and days.
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Description:
We produce a range of community projects and events centred around our precious environment. From our stunning flagship nursery in Bangsar, to hosting corporate workshops and talks, to creating the world’s first environmental awareness truck and mobile nursery, to curating volunteering programmes that educate and engage, plus so much more, our goal is to engage and educate the public on sustainability, uphold the importance of conserving our environment, plant more trees and save our planet. All this while having a lot of fun getting dirty and hands-on!
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Volunteering Location:
- Bangsar Nursery
- Taman Tugu Nursery
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Volunteer Programme:
- Environmental Stewardship Talk (20 mins)
- Planting Workshop (20 mins)
- Hands on Gardening work - range of gardening jobs, seed collection, planting, nursery management.
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Accommodation:
Transportation:
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Volunteering Schedule:
Bangsar Nursery:
- Tuesday ( 9-11 am )
- Saturday ( 3:45- 6pm )
Taman Tugu Nursery:
- Wednesday (7:45am-12:30 pm )
- Friday (7:45am- 12:30 pm )
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Amenities Provided:
- Free parking on site for both nurseries
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Items To Bring:
- Clothes and shoes suitable for outdoor gardening work
- Mosquito Repellent
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Extra Clothing
- Umbrella / Poncho may be required
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Description:
Gunung Mulu National Park is a park management company that manages a World Heritage Park for Malaysia on behalf of the Sarawak Government. This also entails all tourism related services from tours, accommodation and F&B.
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Volunteering Location:
- Mulu National Park and the surrounding community - (Batu Bungan, Long Iman, Mulu Villages )
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Volunteer Programme:
- Assist in community based projects
- Assist in Awareness & Environmental Campaigns for the community
- Accompany guided tours with tourists
- Accompany staff on monitoring/patrolling in the Park
- Assist in welcoming tourist
- Learn to cook local food and collect local produce
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Fit
- Able to wake up early
- Discipline
- Friendly
- Adventurous
- Passionate
- Able to manage own health
- Must be interested in Geo Sciences / Bio-Sciences
- Ages between 20-25 are preferred
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Accommodation:
- Accommodation is provided in the research centre in a bunk bed style room
Transportation:
- Transportation in Mulu will be provided, it includes airport pickup and to the volunteer programmes at school / nearby villages.
Food:
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided
- Volunteers are required to bring / buy their own food for dinner
Additional Expenses:
- Volunteers will have to purchase their own flight ticket to Mulu. This will not be covered
- Meals in Mulu will be given a discounted price
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Throughout the stay; 3-4 hours full day sessions along with some activities.
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Amenities Provided:
- Laundry Services at a minimal charge
- Cooking Facilities in the Research centre is provided
- Wifi is provided In the office area / Cafe Area with minimal charge
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Items To Bring:
- Non-slip closed footwear
- Raincoat
- Torchlight
- Water Bottle
- Insect Repellant
- Personal first aid kit
- Hat/Sweatband
- Volunteers are urged to bring sufficient cash as there are no ATM machines in Mulu
- Only Maxis, Celcom and Tune Talk are available to acquire phone connection
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Description:
The Khazanah Research Institute carries out research on the pressing issues of the nation. We then recommend policies to improve the well-being of Malaysians based on that research.
We do all this through:
- Rigorous impartial analysis founded on data;
- Convening discussions, amongst those who are relevant, to illuminate understanding of the issues;
- Being advocates of the knowledge we acquire.
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Volunteer Programme:
- The participants will experience first-hand, how policy research is done.
- The candidate will get the opportunity to work closely with a full-time staff who is an experienced researcher working on particular subjects related to food and agriculture (farmers and farms).
- The projects may involve desk work research and where relevant, on-site visits to farms, interviewing people, and visiting organisations to better understand their plights.
Interning at KRI will give the candidate a unique insight into the amount of research and integrity involved in formulating policy recommendations.
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Able to work independently and at the same time be a team player when the work requires.
- Must be passionate about the fate of the rural folks, matters related to food, the environment and agriculture in general.
- Either final year Uni students or graduates. We may consider second year Uni students but on a case-by-case basis.
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Accommodation:
Transportation:
- Transport will be provided
Food:
Additional Expenses:
Additional Note:
- Interns receive RM1,000 per month
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Volunteering Schedule:
- From 8.30 am – 5.30 pm, Monday - Friday
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Description:
MPS was established in 2015 by a group of budding primatologist to advocate for greater efforts in conservation research as well as education and community outreach on Malaysian primates. MPS is also affiliated with the International Primatological Society (IPS).
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Volunteer Programme:
- Facilitating our outreach programmes (usually but not always) in schools. For this particular programme, volunteers will help us to commence with our Eco-Bricks Project in Langkawi
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Polite
- Confident
- Engaging personality
- Diligent
- Responsible
- Dependable
- Age between 16-25
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
- A single storey house in Langkawi, with bathroom / shower and bedroom with bed
- Volunteers are expected to stay at the MPS Outreach Office where free accommodation will be provided. However, volunteers also have the option of living on their own in external properties whereby all rental and related costs will be borne by the participants
Transportation:
- Cost of travel from point of origin to Langkawi will not be covered
- Transport costs for purposes of work will be covered
Food:
- Food is not provided (meal costs can range from RM 15-25 per day)
- Volunteers can bring their own food or cook as we have a kitchen in the house
- A small restaurant is also located nearby
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- 5 hours at night, from Monday - Friday
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Amenities Provided:
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen
- Bedroom
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Items To Bring:
- Personal supplies of medicine
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Description:
Malayan Rainforest Station (MRS) is a research-based NGO working on conservation and community empowerment in Merapoh, Pahang. The primary focus of MRS is to promote conservation and research efforts through evidence-based data and active participation of local communities as a holistic and sustainable approach. MRS also acts as a research hub where we collaborate with various local and international research institutions across wildlife to plant research disciplines while transferring the knowledge to our local Malay and indigenous Bateq people in Merapoh area.
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Volunteering Location:
- Gua Layang, Merapoh, Pahang
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Volunteer Programme:
- Conservation Trek:
Assist MRS Conservation & Research Unit in our patrolling efforts within Merapoh Forest Complex by gathering on-ground data on wildlife presence as well as encroachment signs.
- Indigenous Bateq Class:
Assist MRS Community Empowerment Unit in providing informal and basic education to the indigenous Bateq younger generations. This includes classroom lessons, skills development and social play-based activities
- Nocturnal Survey:
You will go to our conservation sites at night to stand a chance of observing and recording wildlife presence which includes tapirs, lorises, leopard cats, colugos and many other exciting, elusive species that only come out at night.
- Assistance in Research Projects:
You will assist our teams of researchers in data collection for scientific research purposes, such as our Clouded Leopard Project, Hornbills Study, Herpetofauna Survey and other upcoming collaborative projects with universities
- Precious plastic upcycling project:
You will assist our waste management team together with the local kids and villagers of Merapoh to produce varieties of plastic merchandise recycled from plastic trash, using our specially customised Precious Plastic Recycling Machine. It's about turning trash into treasure
- Community Engagements:
Weekly Science and English Classes, Monthly Awareness Programmes, Capacity Building Programmes, Ploggings and Cleanups, Sustainable Livelihood Projects, EcoClub Kids programmes among others are some of the engagements we do with the Malay and the local Indigenous Bateq Community who live in Merapoh. Be a part of them during your volunteering period by assisting our Community Unit in planning and organizing the programmes
| Volunteer Criteria:
- High research interest & passion for conservation
- Significant knowledge of Malaysian ecology & biodiversity
- Healthy & physically fit
- Willing to work in harsh conditions for a long period of time
- Love outdoor activities and adventurous
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Accommodation:
- Field houses are provided; volunteers will be separated by gender
- Both houses are 5 minutes (walking) distance apart
- Volunteers are required to keep the place tidy and neat
Transportation:
- Volunteers need to make their own arrangements to get to the location at Merapoh
- Our project vehicle (4WD) will be used for transportation throughout the volunteers stay at our project base.
Food:
- This volunteering programme package includes all daily meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Volunteers need to inform us should they have any dietary restrictions.
- Volunteers will however have opportunities to eat out at both Merapoh(Monday) and Gua Musang (Thursday) night markets.
Additional Expenses:
- Volunteering fee: RM500/pax/week
- Fee includes accommodation & meals at field base for a week, field transportation, Forest Reserve entry permits, guiding fees & operational costs.
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Volunteering Schedule:
- 8 hours a day (preferably 7 days of volunteering)
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Amenities Provided:
- Washing Machine
- Communal foods and snacks
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Items To Bring:
Equipment:
- Sleeping bag
- Hammock *optional*
- Torch
- Day backpack
- Thin travel towel
- Minimum 1.5 litre water bottle
- Hiking boots/shoes
- Zip lock bags/Tupperware/Drybag
Attire
- Long pants
- Thin trousers
- T-shirts
- Socks
- Flip flops/sandals
Toiletries:
- Tooth brush/tooth paste
- Repellents with DEET
- Shower gel/shampoo
- Sun block
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Description:
Perak State Park Corporation (PSCP) is an initiative by the state government to protect our natural heritage. There are five state parks under PSPC which are Royal Belum State Park, Pulau Sembilan State Park, Kinta Nature Park, Kinta Valley Geopark and Lenggong Valley Archaeological World Heritage Site.
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Volunteering Locations:
- Royal Belum State Park
- Gerik Town
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Volunteer Programme:
Engagement Programme:
- Volunteers need to conduct engagement programmes to promote an understanding about Royal Belum State Park within the local community, expecially in schools.
- Volunteers need to conduct engagement programmes with the indigenous community such as the indigenous women to determine and build their potential and self-confidence in engaging with people outside.
Education Programme
- Volunteers need to conduct education programmes such as waste management, reading, mathematics, language or other suitable subjects and skills for the local indigenous community (Rumah Baca Project).
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Healthy & Fit
- Interest in conducting programmes
- Independent
- Must be able to speak Malay as primary language to communicate with indigenous people
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Accommodation:
For Girls
- Room Rental behind "The Store" = RM440 including a deposit of RM270
- Rented House "Taman Desa Anggerik, Gerik" = RM600 with no deposit
- Room Rental "Jalan Suda Utama, Gerik" = RM600 including a deposit of RM300
- Room Rental above "Coolblog Gerik/Thirty Shop" = RM190 – RM210 including a deposit of RM50
For Boys
- Room Rental above "Tabung Haji" = RM360 including a deposit of RM340
- Room Rental above "Kedai Cermin Mata" = RM160 with no deposit
Transportation:
- Transport is not provided, Volunteers are expected to travel on their own
Food:
- No food provided, Volunteers would need to bring or cook their own food
Additional Expenses:
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Items To Bring:
- Camping, Trekking Equipment
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Description:
Rimau is an NGO established by a group of citizens dedicated to saving the Malayan tiger and its habitat.
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Volunteering Location:
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Volunteer Programmes:
- Handling Rimau’s Social Media (To upload content and respond to replies and enquiries)
- Fund Raising (To organise and participate in fundraising for Rimau)
- Content Creating (To help make content that can help promote the cause of saving the Malayan tiger)
- Event coordinating (To help coordinate events organised by Rimau)
- Community outreach (To engage with the public for the purpose of education and raising awareness)
- Designing tiger related merchandise
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Eager to learn and help
- Love wildlife and the Malayan tiger
- Committed to the cause
- Positive and flexible team player
- Aged between 18-25
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
Transportation:
- Transport will not be provided. However, transport from the office to any events organised by Rimau will be provided.
Food:
- Not provided, unless during an event
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Flexible but ideally regular schedule is also dependent on events.
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Amenities Provided:
- Outdoor Parking is available
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Description:
KDCF Society was established to provide a focal community-based organization to partner the Forestry Department in managing the newly gazetted Kota Damansara Forest Reserve (2010). The community played a key role in advocating for its protection by developing sustainable forest trails. These have been important in garnering public support. Since safeguarding the forest, the Society has continued to be active in environmental education, recreation, voluntarism, community service, and Roots & Shoots Malaysia Award (RASMA).
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Volunteering Location:
- Kota Damansara Community Forest Reserve, Petaling Jaya
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Volunteer Programmes:
- Trail maintenance and forest/lake clean-up.
- Environmental education and interpretation.
- Public awareness and outreach through social media and other communications.
- Assistance with installing visitor infrastructure, such as trail rest stops and picnic areas, placing additional directional signage.
- Assisting committee members/ senior volunteers with the coordination of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.
- Assisting in Citizen Science and data collection activities
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Fluency in at least one of these languages: English, Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin.
- Ability to perform basic research using online search engines and print publications.
- Interest in and passion for environmental conservation, nature and education.
- Interest in developing public speaking and leadership skills.
- Willingness to conduct or participate in outdoor activities.
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Once a week on weekends, 2-5 hours depending on activity
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Amenities Provided:
- Parking on public road, free of charge
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Items To Bring:
- Sunblock
- Drinking water
- Mosquito repellent
- Any important medications, e.g. for allergies or asthma
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Description:
GreenSmiths envisions a future where young people build a sustainable planet for all life on earth. Our mission is to facilitate project based expeditions and provide expertise and empower young people to collaborate, address real-life environmental situations and continuously rethink how we engage with the natural world.
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Volunteering Location:
- Earth Lodge, Ulu Muda Forest Reserve, Kedah. Ulu Muda is a remote, lush rainforest known as an important site for Malaysia’s mega fauna such as the Asian elephant, Malaysian tapir, sambar deer, barking deer and wild board. Birdlife is especially abundant here with over three hundred species recorded.
- The Ulu Muda Field Research Centre is also based at Earth Lodge. This hosts research teams from Oxford University, WWF Malaysia and the Malaysian Nature Society.
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Volunteer Programmes:
- GreenSmiths provides young people with an authentic learning experience in the Malaysian rainforest and the opportunity to apply innovative ideas to solve real-life environmental issues. Our aim is to inspire young people to create new approaches in developing a sustainable lifestyle. Young people are partners in achieving the mission of the expedition, whether that be observing wildlife for research or an engineering challenge.
- Learning and developing self-awareness are also part of the core aims of the experience. A lot of the time in the forest will be spent working on the project set for the expedition at Earthlodge, but there will also be time for activities such as river cruising, visiting salt licks and the hot spring, tubing down river, trekking to the caves and optional camping.
| Volunteer Criteria:
- 16 - 25 years old, come with an open mind and ready to learn!
- Able to work remotely and independently
- Experience working with youth a benefit
- Particularly looking for self-starters to do some fundraising events this year in Penang!
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
- It is best if volunteers are Penang based. Should we host, they would stay in a guest bedroom with a staff member. If we travel to Ulu Muda, we will stay at Earth Lodge Malaysia (see website)
Transportation:
- If on Penang island we will subsidise Grab/do car-pooling. It is beneficial if they have their own transport.
Food:
- On days we do events we cover transport and F&B
Additional Expenses:
- 4 days, 3 nights: Approx RM1600++
- 5 days, 4 nights: Approx RM1900++
- This includes food, accommodation, insurance, GreenSmiths Staff & Facilitators (incl Forest Guidance & Qualified Safety Officer), equipment, project materials and merchandise.
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Volunteering Schedule:
- 1-2 times a week, 4-5 hour periods either school sessions or planning with the team for events.
- 1 x 3 to 5 day expedition to the rainforest
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Amenities Provided:
- If accommodation at a staff house is available, then household amenities provided including parking.
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Items To Bring:
- Laptop is a benefit for lesson planning, resource sharing and using our online programme management tool
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Description:
Roots and Shoots Malaysia is a youth organization founded by Jane Goodall. Our main primary goal is to instil hope and encourage the Malaysian youth to go beyond awareness and bring positive change to their environment and communities. This service-based Award encourages youths to commit their time towards serving causes that are much bigger than themselves.
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Volunteering Location:
- Merchant Square, Kuala Lumpur
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Volunteer Programme:
- Volunteers would be helping in the administrative works
- To create content to be posted on social media
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Determined to learn
- Ability to work in a team
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
Transportation:
Food:
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Work starts from 10 am until 4 pm
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Description:
The Habitat Foundation is a charitable trust that is closely linked with The Habitat Penang Hill which is a rainforest discovery park on Penang Hill. The Foundation’s programmes cover education, conservation, research and training, and sustainability and initiatives.
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Volunteering Location:
- The Habitat Penang Hill
- The Habitat Foundation Office
- Schools in Georgetown that are involved in our urban biodiversity initiatives, Penang
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Volunteer Programme:
- Communications and interpretation for nature appreciation and awareness.
- Assist with education/outreach activities in conjunction with our urban biodiversity and sustainability initiatives on Penang Hill and Georgetown for schools as well as the public.
- Communication, education and awareness for THF supported projects.
- Field visits to THF-supported project sites if volunteer period coincides with THF’s activity schedule.
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Fluent in English / Bahasa Melayu
- Ability to perform basic research using online search engines and print publications
- Interest and passion for environmental conservation, nature and education.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and developing communications content.
- Willingness to conduct or participate in outdoor activities.
- Photography/desktop publishing/video editing will be added bonus.
- Age between 20-25 years old
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
Transportation:
- A service pass for the train pass to travel up Penang Hill will be provided.
Food:
- Not provided however, An allowance of RM25/day will be provided for each full day worked.
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Minimum of 4 hours a day for 5 consecutive working days, up to 3 weeks
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Description:
TREKS is a consultancy that crafts nature and team building activities in Genting Highlands. We are also a social enterprise involved in the Conservation and Preservation of Biodiversity in Genting Highlands as well as in the provision of Educational awareness via TREKS Nature Academia.
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Volunteering Location:
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Volunteer Programme:
- The Amazing Pitcher Plants of Genting Highlands (duration: 2 days 1 night weekdays) - To relocate pitcher plants from affected areas to ex-situ conservation site
- The Adorable Siamangs of Genting Highlands (duration: 2 days 1 night weekdays) - To collate photos & videos of the siamangs & produce mini podcast & documentaries
- The Fashion Forest, Awana Bio Park (duration: 2 days 1 night weekdays) - To identify and create ID signs for trees & plants of the Fashion Forest
- The Smart Forest, Smart Park, Smart Garden (duration: 2 days 1 night weekdays) - To design and create Interactive Smart Info signs using QR code, NFC, and Augment Reality information video.
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Able to conduct research work
- Must be physically fit
- Knowledge in Photoshop, ability to create and design documentary videos, QR code and NFC tag (will be an advantage)
- Passionate and committed
- Have own transport (will be an advantage)
- We would prefer volunteers who are involved in related studies or who are extraordinarily passionate about any of our volunteer programmes
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Accommodation:
Transportation:
- Transport for the volunteering period will be provided. If volunteer has they own transport, TREKS can pay for petrol and toll claims
Food:
- All meals will be provided for the duration
Additional Expenses:
- Organise or pay for they own return transport
- Pay for their own budget hotel accommodation for 1 night
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Volunteering Schedule:
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Amenities Provided:
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Items To Bring:
- Attire: Outdoor gear (including sports or trekking shoes)
- Own laptop if available
- Own camera if available
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Description:
Tropical Rainforest Conservation and Research Centre (TRCRC) is a non-governmental Organization (NGO) that focuses on the establishment of ex-situ Tropical Rainforest Living Collections (TRLCs) and plant nurseries throughout Malaysia to support the conservation of rare, threatened and endangered (RTE) plant species. A majority of tropical seeds are recalcitrant and cannot be stored in seed banks. TRCRC aims to improve the conservation status of Malaysian RTE plants and prevent further loss of tropical plant species. TRCRC believes in progress through collaboration. With this in mind, TRLCs are designed to complement government agencies, NGOs and stakeholders involved in the preservation and conservation of Malaysian plants and forests.
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Volunteering Location:
- TRLC Merisuli, Lahad Datu, Sabah
- TRCRC Headquarters and Nursery, Pinggiran Taman Tun Dr.Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
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Volunteer Programme:
- Seed Collection and Processing: Volunteers can accompany TRCRC field teams and trained forestry professionals to collect and process seeds from RTE tree species.
- Nursery Operations: Volunteers can help with activities in TRCRC’s on-site nursery. Tasks may include mixing soil, peeling and processing seeds, and germinating seeds in seed beds. Volunteers may also help transplant seedlings from small to large polybags to facilitate healthy seedling growth.
- Forest Restoration & Tree Planting: Volunteers can help with forest restoration activities, including tree planting and helping maintain seedlings
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Willingness to work hard in the field and enter areas of wilderness.
- Ability to converse in both Malay and English preferred.
- Passionate about conservation and willing to learn.
- Volunteers ought to be ready to withstand field conditions.
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
- TRLCs Merisuli (Cost : RM 30 /day)
- TRCRC HQ (volunteers are responsible in arranging their own accommodation, cost will not be covered)
Transportation:
- TRLC Merisuli ( Volunteers to coordinate with site manager to arrange transport to and from Lahad Datu – TRLC Merisuli.)
- TRCRC HQ ( Transport to office will not be provided however, transport is provided for all field activities.)
Food:
- TRLCs Merisuli(Cost : RM30/Day )
- TRCRC HQ (No landed cost settled as meals are to be prepared by volunteers, it will not be provided)
Additional Expenses:
- For Both TRLCs Merisuli and TRCRC HQ
- Staff Operation Service (SOS): RM180/day** (Senior exec. + ground staff)
- *Cost does not factor in transportation to and from site
- **SOS can be shared between multiple volunteers in the same time period.
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Volunteering Schedule:
- TRLC Merisuli ( 8hrs/day, 5 days a week, with regular plant nursery work )
- TRLC HQ ( 8hrs/day, 5 days a week with occasional field survey work )
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Amenities Provided:
- TRLC Merisuli ( Kitchen, Washing Machine )
- TRLC HQ (None)
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Items To Bring:
- TRLC Merisuli(Additional food items if they want to cook their own meals, Field Appropriate Clothes)
- TRLC HQ (Laptop)
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Description:
TCS is the first non-governmental and non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation of freshwater turtles in Malaysia. The aim of the Society is to bring about the recovery of depleted wild populations of turtles particularly freshwater turtles through partnerships with like-minded organisations, individuals and local communities.
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Volunteering Location:
- Taman Desa Solehah, Terrenganu
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Volunteer Programme:
At the office
- Update/ manage social media sites
- Prepare/ curate content
- Reply emails/ inquiries
- Draft monthly newsletters
- Draft press releases
- Design promo materials
- Fulfill merchandise orders
At the conservation center
- Mark, microchip, weigh, measure terrapins
- Record observations
- Clean tanks (once a fortnight)
- Feed terrapins
In the field)
- Take guests on guided tours
- Execute “Junior Scientist” programme
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Proactive (offer to help solve problems)
- Inquisitive
- Resourceful (unifi at your fingertips)
- Problem-solving skills (very important)
- Social media savvy, and willing to use your social media sites to promote TCS activities/ merchandise (your friends and mine aren’t the same people)
- Responsible and reliable
- Able to converse in Malay (we work with local communities)
- Age more than 18 years old
- Female only
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Accommodation:
- Yes, accommodation is provided at the Field Office. The office is a double-storey terrace house, and we have 2 available rooms upstairs. Volunteers may share a room with other female interns.
Transportation:
- Carpool to project sites and schools provided ( For Awareness programmes )
Food:
- Food is not provided, volunteers may either bring their own food or cook their own food. We make grocery shopping runs once a week.
Additional Expenses:
- This is not a paid volunteer programme
- Food is not included, but volunteers may cook together with our other interns
- Volunteers should sign up as a TCS life member (RM105 paid once)
- RM 10 / day for accommodation in the field office (to help defray some costs, ie. Electricity, water, unifi, car pooling )
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Volunteering Schedule:
- Work starts at 8 am, Lunch break 12pm – 1.30 pm, work ends at 5 pm
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Amenities Provided:
- Kitchen
- 24 hour laundry services within walking distance
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Items To Bring:
- Laptop
- Own medications
- Bedsheets, pillow cases, blanket
- Favorite food, snacks
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Description:
Water Watch Penang (WWP) is a non-profit organisation that was founded in November 1997 as part of the Sustainable Penang Initiative under the auspices of the Socio-economic & Environmental Research Institute (SERI) of Penang.
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Volunteering Location:
- Penang (Penang Botanic Gardens, Cherok Tokun Nature Park
- Kuala Lumpur (Bukit Kiara Federal Park, at Jalan Abang Haji Openg, Taman Tun Dr Ismail)
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Volunteer Programme:
Assistant for River and Water Awareness Programme
- (Normally 2nd or 4th Saturday of the month only at Penang Botanic Garden, Cheruk Tokun Nature Park, Bukit Kiara Federal Park)
- Scope & task: To conduct river water monitoring activities with primary and secondary school students, visit the water treatment plant and assist students in observation and discussion about water treatment processes, snap photos and write a short programme report, revise the programme content or plan a new programme.
Communications and campaigns assistant
- Since there is no specific time and venue, volunteers may complete the task/ work at anytime or anywhere that can be connected to the internet
- Work & task: Provide communication and campaign support & assistance to river and water awareness programmes, create and implement social media strategies for the masses and engage with them about current water issues, manage online communities on WWP channels through Facebook and Instagram.
| Volunteer Criteria:
- Patient and able to work with kids/ students
- Passion for environmental education especially in terms of water education and increasing public awareness
- Independent and able to work with minimal supervision
- Aged more than 18 years old
| Estimated Expenses:
Accommodation:
- At Penang only 1 room with single bed and a/c will be provided.
Transportation:
- Transportation will not be provided
- For Penang area, carpooling can be arranged
Food:
- Lunch and refreshments will be provided (during river and water awareness activities)
- Food is not provided outside activity hours
Additional Expenses:
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Volunteering Schedule:
- River and water awareness programme – 5 hours a day, twice per month ( 8am – 12 noon )
- Communications and campaigns assistant - 2.5 hrs a day, 4 days a week
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Amenities Provided:
- Washing machine in Penang accommodation only
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Items To Bring:
- Own drinking bottle water
- Optional – (cameras or smart phones)
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