Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina
Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
The National University of Malaysia
SDG 2 : ZERO HUNGER
Berkah Ramadan 2024
Date: 19–23 March & 25–28 March 2024
Time: 2.00 p.m. – 9.30 p.m.
Location: Orphan/Poor Child Care Centers
Introduction
The Berkah Ramadan programme engages orphans, underprivileged children, volunteers, and donors in meaningful activities. It fosters togetherness, reduces loneliness, and creates lasting impact for all involved.
Objectives
- Raise public awareness about the needs and wellbeing of orphans.
- Encourage direct and indirect contributions to support their lives.
- Create togetherness between orphans, volunteers, and donors.
- Organise educational and creative activities as part of the iftar programme.
Collaboration & Involvement
- Rumah Bakti Al Kausar, Seksyen 4, Bangi
- Rumah Anak Yatim Sg. Kantan
- Rumah Pengasih Warga Prihatin (RPWP), Sg. Ramal Dalam
- Maahad Tahfiz Lil-Muttaqin, Semenyih
- Rumah Kebajikan Peribadi Mulia, Sg. Kantan, Kajang
- Surau Komuniti Seksyen 7, Bandar Baru Bangi
- Pusat Jagaan Kanak-Kanak Yatim/Miskin Rukaiyah, Sg. Merab Luar
- Rumah Anak Yatim/Miskin Muhammad Al Fateh, Bangi Avenue
- Pusat Jagaan Rufaidah, Jenderam Hilir
Program Stats
- Participants: 150
- Financial Support: Faculty
Impact
The Berkah Ramadan programme provides material and emotional support to orphans and the poor while encouraging volunteering, improving education, building social responsibility, and creating a caring community.
Conclusion
This programme helps build a kinder, more inclusive community, with impacts lasting beyond Ramadan.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 2 – Berkah Ramadan 2024.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
IoT-Assisted Smart Vertical Farming Program
Date: 9 March 2024
Time: 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
Location: PPR Sg Bunus, Kuala Lumpur
Introduction
The Center for Integrated Systems Engineering and Advanced Technologies (INTEGRA) together with the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (JKMP), UKM, organised a one-day IoT-Assisted Smart Vertical Farming Program in collaboration with Universiti Malaya (UM). The program showcased innovative agricultural technology led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Hanif Md Saad, demonstrating IoT-enabled automated monitoring and control for vertical farming.
Objectives
- Introduce and demonstrate smart vertical farming to urban communities.
- Equip residents with skills in setup, maintenance, and optimisation of vertical farming systems.
- Encourage sustainable and healthy lifestyles through urban farming.
- Provide understanding of IoT applications in agriculture to optimise plant growth.
Program Stats
- Participants: 30
- Financial Support: RM 5,000 (Research Grant)
- Fee: Free
Impact
- Participants gained practical exposure to IoT, improving tech literacy.
- Smart farming promotes efficient use of space/resources for sustainability.
- New skills create pathways for small-scale urban farming enterprises.
- Residents can produce vegetables locally, improving food security.
Conclusion
This program shows how universities can translate research into real community benefits, addressing sustainability and food security in urban areas.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 2 – INTEGRA FKAB.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Mahasiswa Prihatin Menyantuni Gelandangan
Date: 14 June 2024
Time: 6.30 p.m. – 11.00 p.m.
Location: Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Introduction
The Mahasiswa Prihatin, Menyantuni Gelandangan programme was organised by Persatuan Mahasiswa Kejuruteraan Awam (CIVILENS) to provide assistance and deliver daily necessities kits to the homeless. It reflects UKM’s CORE value of social responsibility, nurturing care and concern among students for marginalized communities.
Objectives
- Cultivate concern and consideration among students.
- Expose students to real-life challenges of marginalized communities.
- Donate food and essential goods to the homeless.
Collaboration & Involvement
- Community Agency: Jabatan Pembangunan Komuniti dan Kesejahteraan Bandar, DBKL
Program Stats
- Participants: 39
- Financial Support: RM 2,666
Impact
- Social Awareness: Students gained direct exposure to the struggles of the homeless.
- Empathy & Compassion: Engagement nurtured humility and shared humanity.
- Community Ties: Strengthened the bond between UKM students and society.
Conclusion
This programme goes beyond aid by shaping values of compassion, responsibility, and solidarity, building a more caring and cohesive society.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 2 – Mahasiswa Prihatin Menyantuni Gelandangan_JKA.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Taman Lestari UKM-YSD
Date: 2024
Location: Taman Lestari UKM-YSD
Introduction
Taman Lestari UKM-YSD is a sustainability initiative at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) supported by the Selangor State Government. It integrates urban farming, biodiversity conservation, and food sustainability while fostering community engagement. Facilities include gardening spaces, hydroponic systems, composting bins, and rainwater harvesting. The project provides free fresh produce to the UKM community and strengthens sustainability awareness through education and outreach.
Objectives
- Foster partnerships between UKM and the community for biodiversity conservation and sustainable living.
- Implement educational programmes focused on climate resilience and smart technologies for climate change mitigation.
Collaboration & Involvement
- University: UKM-YSD Chair for Sustainability, FKAB
- Government: Selangor State Government, APPGM-SDG
- Community: Persatuan Suri Rumah Rahmah
Program Stats
- Participants: 440 people (2023–2024)
- Financial Support: RM 40,000 (APPGM-SDG funding)
Impact
- Community Engagement: Strengthened collaboration in biodiversity conservation.
- Climate Resilience: Improved understanding through education and smart technologies.
- Sustainable Behavioural Change: Promoted eco-friendly habits such as farming, composting, and rain harvesting.
Conclusion
Taman Lestari UKM-YSD has deepened ties between UKM and the local community while promoting resilience and sustainability. Participants gained hands-on eco-friendly skills and long-term awareness of climate change adaptation.
Photos & Links
Source: UKM-YSD SDG 2.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
