Youth Environment Leadership Bootcamp 2025

UTM Hosts Youth Environment Leadership Bootcamp at Hutan Rekreasi UTM

Johor Bahru, February 23, 2025 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully organized the Youth Environment Leadership Bootcamp from February 21 to 23, 2025, at Hutan Rekreasi UTM. The three-day, two-night event brought together passionate young individuals to enhance their knowledge of environmental sustainability, develop leadership skills, and establish valuable networks.

Empowering Future Environmental Leaders

The bootcamp aimed to empower youth with a deeper understanding of environmental challenges and equip them with the tools to drive impactful change. The program revolved around four key objectives:

Environmental Literacy – Increasing awareness and understanding of global and local environmental issues.
Leadership Development – Cultivating leadership skills necessary to lead community-driven environmental initiatives.
Networking and Collaboration – Creating connections between participants, experts, and community stakeholders.
Inspiration and Motivation – Providing exposure to environmental leaders to inspire sustained advocacy efforts.

Engaging and Interactive Methodology

The bootcamp featured a mix of theoretical and experiential learning through various interactive activities:

Training Sessions – Focused on leadership, advocacy, and communication.
Expert Talks – Featuring speakers from Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sectors who shared insights and experiences.
Group Discussions – Encouraged collaborative thinking and brainstorming for innovative solutions.
Outdoor Activities – Included conservation projects and team-building exercises to reinforce environmental stewardship.
Reflection and Feedback – Participants engaged in self-assessment to track personal growth and leadership development.

Key Modules and Takeaways

Participants underwent comprehensive training covering:

Leadership Skills – Advocacy, communication, problem-solving, and sustainable entrepreneurship.
Guidance – Peer coaching and mentorship from ESG leaders.
Experiential Learning – Hands-on nature-based activities and community-centric projects.

A Step Towards Sustainable Leadership

The Youth Environment Leadership Bootcamp successfully fostered a new generation of environmental advocates equipped with the knowledge, skills, and network to initiate meaningful change. UTM remains committed to promoting sustainability and leadership through such initiatives, reinforcing its role as a hub for environmental education and advocacy.

For more information on upcoming sustainability programs at UTM, visit UTMCS | UTM Campus Sustainability