6.5.3 Promoting Water Conservation Awareness through KPMPA 2024

UniMAP’s Role in Youth Water Leadership

Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) actively contributes to cultivating water-conscious leadership among young learners.

In 2024, UniMAP staff participated as Module Instructors in the Kem Pemimpin Muda Prihatin Air (KPMPA 2024, Borneo Zone), held at Universiti Malaysia Sabah and Hidden Paradise Resort, Sabah.

Participation and Outreach

Total Participants: 62

Target Audience: Students from local higher education institutions and secondary schools

Activities: Training modules on water management, conservation, and STEM-based problem-solving

Supporting Education and Sustainability

This initiative aligns with the Malaysia Education Development Plan, aiming to:

  • Enhance STEM education among young learners
  • Promote awareness of water conservation beyond university campuses
  • Develop future leaders capable of making informed decisions on sustainable water management

By engaging students in hands-on learning experiences, UniMAP fosters a culture of water stewardship and environmental responsibility among the next generation.

Alignment with SDG 6.5

The KPMPA 2024 initiative supports SDG Target 6.5, which emphasizes integrated water resources management and community involvement at all levels, including youth education and capacity building.
(More info: KPMPA 2024)

6.5.3 Young Water Scientist Camp (YWSC 2024)

Engaging Youth in Water Conservation

Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) successfully organised the Young Water Scientist Camp (YWSC 2024), a programme aimed at raising awareness of water conservation among school students.

The programme was sponsored by the National Commission of UNESCO Malaysia (SKUM) and brought together approximately 70 students from various states to participate in hands-on learning and experiential activities.

Programme Objectives

The YWSC 2024 initiative focused on:

  • Engaging students in real-world water management and conservation practices
  • Promoting off-campus water stewardship through education and community outreach
  • Developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to environmental sustainability and water resources

Impact and Alignment with SDG 6.5

By providing youth with practical experiences and knowledge about water conservation, the initiative actively contributes to:

  • Integrated water resources management (IWRM) awareness at the community level
  • SDG Target 6.5, which encourages participation of all stakeholders, including youth, in water management initiatives

The Young Water Scientist Camp demonstrates UniMAP’s commitment to educating the next generation of water-conscious leaders and fostering sustainable practices beyond the campus.
(More info: YWSC 2024)