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PROLOGUE

By Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amer Siddiq Amer Nordin,

Director, Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares)

I
n this time of pressing environmental challenges, the collaboration between

Universiti Malaya (UM) and the AEON Environmental Foundation (AEF) through the

Asian Students Environmental Platform (ASEP) stands as a beacon of hope. Over

the past decade, this partnership has empowered students across Asia to become

environmental leaders, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to address

critical issues like climate action, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable

development.

At UM, sustainability is integral to our mission, and ASEP has provided an invaluable

platform for students to turn learning into action, inspiring positive change within

their communities. The impact of these young leaders, working across borders to

promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), exemplifies the power of

education and collaboration.

This book reflects on the achievements of this partnership and serves as a call to

action for continued innovation and cooperation in the face of evolving

environmental challenges. I extend my deepest gratitude to AEF, project members,

students, and all those who contributed to this journey. Together, we can continue

to drive meaningful progress toward a sustainable future.

Amer Siddiq

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