Group photo with the top 30 Finalists for the 2024 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (JCIM SDA)
The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) together with the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Malaysia has announced the Top 30 Finalists for the 2024 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (JCIM SDA).
The 30 shortlisted projects finalists have significant contributions to 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Held at the MET Corporate Tower, a certified green building, this announcement event gathers multiple stakeholders in the sustainability space, including industry associations, NGOs, foreign chambers and business councils.
Endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and the Malaysian Youth Council, the award, designed by Malaysia’s very own young leaders, recognises organizations’ invaluable efforts to promote environmental sustainability, social responsibility and good governance.
Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, the Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE giving his speech
Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, the Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE, as Guest of Honour at the SDA Finalists announcement, shared an encouraging and eclectic message with the audience. “ESG is not just a trend. It is the cornerstone of sustainable growth and global responsibility. MATRADE is immensely proud to support the 2024 JCIM Sustainable Development Award, which reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of sustainability in trade. This collaboration highlights the critical role of innovative solutions and responsible practices in shaping a sustainable future.,” he said.
JCIM SDA is a globally recognised award aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals launched by JCI Malaysia in 2017. It recognises projects conducted by companies, governments, and NGOs in advancing the 17 UN SDG with call-to-action for both the public and private sectors to help address crucial global challenges such as ending poverty, ensuring access to high-quality education, and protecting natural resources as well as responsible consumption and production.
Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, the Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE in a group photo with all the honorable VIPs
To ensure the 2024 JCIM SDA is both valuable and impactful, its organizing chairman, Mr. Jazz Khor, and his team dedicated significant planning time. He firmly believes that the strategic partnership with MATRADE enables businesses to future-proof themselves by being responsible in addressing global issues and creating opportunities for a sustainable world.
The sustainable development award transcends beyond recognition; it symbolizes a steadfast commitment to fostering meaningful and enduring progress in sustainability. It drives ESG adoption through the greening of the export supply chain.
Moving forward, the award presentation ceremony will be on 22nd September 2024, at HXC Seafood Setia Alam. It is anticipated that organizations and leaders who support the sustainability agenda will be present. The public is welcome to attend the prestigious JCIM SDA Grand Award Ceremony to witness one of the most anticipated sustainable development award presentations in Malaysia.
For more information please visit https://www.matrade.gov.my/en/
