EMPOWERING ASNAF COMMUNITY

A strategic engagement was held today with Zulkifli Hasan, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), to explore collaborative efforts between Yayasan Nurjiwa and Putra Academy in advancing human capital development.

The discussion centred on strengthening structured programmes for the Asnaf community across Malaysia, with a clear emphasis on moving beyond short-term aid towards long-term empowerment through upskilling, reskilling, professional certification, and sustainable employment pathways.

Key priorities identified include empowering Asnaf individuals with industry-relevant competencies, establishing clear training-to-employment pipelines, aligning initiatives with national TVET and workforce development frameworks, and fostering dignity through access to stable and meaningful income opportunities.

The engagement reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that policy direction, industry needs, and training ecosystems are aligned to deliver impactful and inclusive outcomes. It is hoped that this collaboration will contribute to building a more resilient and sustainable socio-economic landscape for the Ummah.

Appreciation is extended to YB Senator Dr. Zulkifli Hasan for his openness and continued commitment towards strengthening community empowerment through education and skills development.

At the end of the 3-day program, participants achieved the following outcomes:

• Increased self-awareness of their leadership style and its impact on team performance
• Enhanced communication and collaboration skills among departments
• Improved strategic mindset and decision-making techniques in real-world scenarios
• Greater alignment of personal leadership goals with PTPTN’s mission
• Stronger peer-to-peer networking, trust, and engagement

The program successfully fostered a sense of ownership and responsibility among the participants, positioning them as proactive leaders who are ready to face internal and external challenges with resilience.

Feedback was gathered through post-program evaluation forms and group discussions. Here is a summary of participants’ responses:

“I now better understand my role as a leader in PTPTN and how to lead by example.” - John Doe

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“This training gave me a fresh perspective on how to lead and support my team.” - John Doe