10 May 2024, Shah Alam | International Islamic College (IIC) and Malaysia Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a landmark move toward fostering sustainable development education. With a shared vision of cultivating a greener future, this strategic partnership aims to revolutionize educational offerings and promote awareness of sustainable practices locally and on a global scale.
The MoU was signed by Shaik Faridhudheen Anverdeen, Chief Executive Officer of IIC and Mohd Shahari Idris, Chief Executive Officer of MSPO. The signing ceremony was also witnessed by Dato’ Dr. Suzana Idayu Wati Osman, Chairman Board of Trustee (MSPO) and Nik Mustapha Nik Mohamed, Chairman (IIC). Among the honoured guests were Dato’ Ahmad Nadzarudin Abdul Razak, Group Chief Executive Officer of IIUM Holdings and Tn. Hj. Adzmi Hassan, Board of Trustee (MSPO).
At the heart of this partnership lies a commitment to enriching educational opportunities in sustainable development, leveraging the robust framework of MSPO program. By integrating MSPO sustainable principles into IIC’s academic curriculum, IIC seeks to empower its students with the knowledge and skills needed to drive positive change in the realm of sustainability.
In line with their commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration, IIC and MSPO will join forces to spearhead sustainability development programs at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) with the aim to cultivate a community of changemakers dedicated to advancing sustainable practices.
Moreover, this collaboration extends beyond academia, with both institutions pledging to engage in social activities and development initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices through the appointment of 10 IIC students as MSPO Youth Ambassadors who will advocate the cause of sustainable palm oil plantation, driving awareness and become champions for change.
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and environmental degradation due to deforestation, this partnership is poised to redefine the landscape of sustainable education, empowering future generations to create a more sustainable and equitable world in line with United Nation’s Sustainable Developmental Goals. MSPO is a company principally involved in establishing and operating the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Certification Scheme in Malaysia with a vision of certifying Malaysian palm oil for the world.