AGENDA

8:00am – 9:00am

Registration / Breakfast  
Doors close at 08:55am 

9:00am – 9:40am

Opening Ceremony of The Hasanah Forum 

  • Welcome Address by Tan Sri Md Nor Yusof, Chairman, Yayasan Hasanah  
  • Opening Address by YB Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, Minister of Finance II

9:50am – 10:20am

Keynote Address by Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand & Former Administrator of UN Development Programme

10:20am – 10:25am

Morning Break

10:30am – 11:30am

Core Session 1 

People and Institutions: Catalysing Systems Change through Bold Collaborations

  • Mohd Khalid Mohamed Latiff, Director General, Pantau Madani
  • Ng Boon Heong, Chief Executive Officer, Temasek Foundation
  • Dr. Ririn Salwa Purnamasari, Senior Economist, The World Bank


Moderated by:

  • Melisa Melina Idris, Assistant Vice President & Senior Editor, Astro AWANI

11:35am – 11:50am

Special Remarks

Making Evidence Count by Iqbal Singh Dhaliwal, Global Executive Director, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)

11:55am – 12:40pm

Special Session

Measuring What Matters: Valuing Evidence in Policymaking

  • Puan Nurul Izzah, Executive Chairperson, Polity
  • Iqbal Singh Dhaliwal, Global Executive Director, Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)


Moderated by:

  • Dr. Melati Nungsari, Deputy Dean of Research, Associate Professor II of Economics and Faculty Director of ASEAN Research Center, Asia School of Business

12:40pm – 1:45pm

Lunch Break

1:45pm – 2:45pm

Social Champions Spotlight I

Catalysing Change in our Communities

  • Lara Ariffin, President, RIMAU & Shakri bin Wahab, RIMAU Patroller
  • Dr. Louisa Shobhini Ponnampalam, Chairperson & Co-Founder / Executive Director, MareCet
  • Shaq Koyok, Indigenous Artist and Activist

2:50pm – 3:50pm

Core Session 2

People and Society: Inspiring Trust in Participatory Development Approaches

  • Anne B. Lasimbang, Executive Director, PACOS Trust
  • Neelam Chhiber, Co-founder and Managing Trustee, Industree Foundation


Moderated by:

  • Jason Wee, Co-Founder, Architects of Diversity

3:50pm – 4:00pm

Afternoon Break

4:00pm – 4:45pm

Special Session

Scaling Social Enterprise: Laying the Groundwork for Social Finance

  • Yoshitaka Tabuchi, Co-Founder, Zebras and Company Inc.
  • Sooinn Lee, Co-Founder and CEO, Enuma
  • Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Mohd Azmi Omar, President & CEO, INCEIF University


Moderated by:

  • Maxime Cheng, Lead Impact Intelligence and Education, Roots of Impact

4:50pm – 5:20pm

Special Session

From Roots to Resilience: Community-led Conservation Through Public-Private Partnerships

  • Prof. Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood, Executive Director, Sunway Centre for Planetary Health
  • Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar, Trustee, WWF


Moderated by:

  • Ili Nadiah Dzulfakar, Co-Founder, Klima Action Malaysia

END OF DAY 1 

5:30pm – 7:30pm

Networking: Impact Matchmaking

Cultural Showcase at Impact Marketplace

THF 2025 - Day 1

14/8/2025

The Hasanah Forum 2025 begins with powerful voices and purposeful conversations. From a keynote address by national leaders to thoughtful sessions on sustainability, education, and social trust, Day 1 sets the tone for meaningful dialogue and action.

Throughout the day, you’ll hear from changemakers in fireside chats, dive into core discussions, and discover fresh perspectives in spotlight sessions. As the sun sets, join us for speed networking and a cultural showcase at the Impact Marketplace.

Let’s Talk Impact

Don’t miss your chance to connect, contribute, and catalyse change at The Hasanah Forum 2025.

Speed Networking at the Hasanah Forum is your chance to make meaningful connections—fast. Engage in focused, timed conversations with fellow changemakers,collaborators, and thought leaders across sectors, and spark opportunities that couldshape your next big initiative

Kelingkan

Kelingkan is a delicate traditional Malay embroidery technique that uses fine metallic threads to create shimmering floral and geometric motifs, often on shawls or veils worn during weddings and special occasions. With roots in Melaka and Penang, Kelingkan reflects the finesse and grace of Malay craftsmanship. As part of its mission to preserve Malaysia’s intangible cultural heritage, Yayasan Hasanah is working with artisans and cultural groups to revive this fading art form. Join our workshop to learn the intricate technique of Kelingkan and be part of preserving a piece of our cultural legacy!

Telepuk

Telepuk is a stunning traditional Malay textile art that features intricate gold leaf or metallic motifs pressed onto fabric, once reserved for royalty and special ceremonies. This craft embodies the richness of our cultural heritage. Through its cultural preservation efforts, Yayasan Hasanah is bringing Telepuk back to life, supporting local artisans and ensuring the technique is passed down to future generations. Join our workshop and experience the beauty of Telepuk firsthand. Discover the skill, history, and artistry behind this timeless tradition!