Reef Check Malaysia

Thrilled to announce the release of our Annual Report! 📊 Reflecting on a year of growth, achievements, and resilience. Grateful for the hard work of our team and the support of our sponsors and stakeholders. Dive into the highlights and join us in shaping the future. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gwBtK8rD **Correction on page 13 below (which can be found in the full report in the link above): 2. Pendidik Ekosistem dan Alam Sekitar (PEDAS) - Awareness programme on coral reefs - 10 local schools involved - Coordinated by Tengah Island Conservation (TIC) in partnership with Majlis Daerah Mersing and Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah Mersing, and in collaboration with Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia, Trash Hero Mersing, and The Marecet Research Organization. #AnnualReport #Milestones #SuccessStory

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve been selected as one of the grantees for the OCEAN Grant Programme! 🪸🥳 Sabah, Malaysia is located within the Coral Triangle, an area of the world's oceans recognised by scientists as having the highest #biodiversity. The project is part of ongoing efforts to empower local #communities on Larapan Island, Sabah to participate in #marine resource management. This project will establish a Community Protocol (CP) on Larapan Island to empower #indigenous peoples and #local communities to manage their resources, protect their cultural and traditional practices, and secure their customary rights to the marine area surrounding the island. It provides "proof of concept" for an approach to ensure local communities have legal support to their efforts to implement management and #conservation of their marine resources. Together, we can inspire change and build a sustainable future for our oceans. Let’s continue working hand in hand to protect what matters most. 💙 Join us in making a difference: Whether through partnerships, support, or spreading the word, your contribution matters.

In response to the Sabah state government's plan on the Blue Economy agenda, Reef Check Malaysia was invited by the Sabah Young Business and Industry Leaders Network (Sybil) to share about our programmes in Sabah during their Blue Economy Workshop. The workshop was hosted by DHI Water & Environment and led by its task force chairperson Mr. Jack Lee Vun Zac. About 25 people attended the workshop which included a welcome speech by Datuk James Wong (President of SYBIL). It was followed by a briefing by Mr. Jack about the Blue Economy in Sabah, a presentation by Sabah Ports representative Capt. Nadel Veldes on “Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd Blue Ocean Sustainability Initiatives". Our colleague, Nadhirah Mohd Rifai presented on "Building Resilient Coastal Economies: Integrating Community-Based Conservation with Sustainable Economic Development". It was followed by a discussion to gather feedback and suggestions on the 4 pillars outlined in the Sabah Blue Economy agenda. If you are interested to know more, drop us a message! #blueeconomy #sustainability #sibec #socialinclusion #communityempowerment #GESI

Reef Check Malaysia has been chosen as one of the recipients of the Star Golden Hearts Award 2024! 🥳 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for this honor. We are grateful to have been chosen out of over 500 nominations of wonderful organisations and individuals. This recognition is not just ours—it belongs to everyone who has supported and joined us on this journey. As our Chief Programmes Officer, Alvin Chelliah said, 'We do not do this for awards or recognition, but days like these truly lift our spirits and encourage us to keep going.' We would also like to congratulate all the recipients of this year's award and all Malaysian unsung heroes for their outstanding work! #thankyou #marineconservation #coralreef #coralconservation #community #SGHA2024 #StarGoldenHeartsAward

Julian Hyde shared his takeaway from #COP16. Share your thoughts below!

Our CEO, Julian Hyde, represented us at #COP16 in Colombia! In this moment captured, Julian stands alongside leaders from the National Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry, including YB Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Malaysia’s Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability. Also joining are esteemed partners from The Pew Charitable Trusts, Pacific Environment, and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) We’re honored to collaborate with these impactful organizations and are proud to support the Minister in setting priorities to fund Malaysia's biodiversity conservation efforts. Together, we’re making strides to protect our planet’s invaluable ecosystems. 🌱 #Biodiversity #Sustainability #Partnership

Our CEO, Julian Hyde is in Colombia, attending COP16. Follow his updates ⬇

Recently, our Programme Manager, Nadhirah Mohd Rifai participated in the Blue Economy: Social Inclusion and Community Empowerment forum. She mentioned that the inclusion of local communities is vital in preserving marine ecosystems while also "benefitting from sustainable economic opportunities of the Blue Economy." “Our programme’s cornerstone is the establishment of the Community Marine Conservation Groups. To date, we have six such groups, with four based in Semporna, namely the Kulapuan, Larapan, Selakan Marine Conservation Groups and Mabul Climate Youths. “These groups are at the forefront of local efforts, participating in various activities aimed at preserving marine ecosystems,” she told a forum on Blue Economy: Social Inclusion and Community Empowerment, here, Sunday. Read more below ⬇ https://lnkd.in/e9_x5Gvk

Exciting times for #ICCMY2024! While we’re finalizing the full report, read all about this year’s International Coastal Cleanup below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gaC3b5rH

Our team in Mersing is working hard to ensure the small communities in remote islands are not forgotten. They have been working with them to manage their waste better. Read more below ⬇