With the support of esteemed partners like Adabi Consumer Industries, Gardenia Bakeries KL, Jasmine Food Corporation, Kotex Malaysia, Mereka, and Unilever Malaysia to foster nation-building initiatives through community partnerships, these cabinets will be restocked from March to December 2023 with essential items such as bread, rice, soup paste, instant beverages, hand soap, shampoo, deodorant, and sanitary pads.
"At Taylor's College, we are passionate about ensuring that every student has equal access to academic excellence. Our partners for CAREbinet by The Risers share this vision, believing that no student should be held back by their socioeconomic status. As a purpose-led institution, we are committed to being not only the best in the world but also the best for the world. That's why we strive to support the causes outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals, with a particular focus on education for all. By empowering students and promoting sustainable practices, we can make a meaningful difference in society and create a brighter future for all," said Josephine Tan, Campus Director of Taylor's College.
Made of plastic waste and used beverage cartons (UBC) and converted into polyAl panel boards, the cabinets were built by the Risers Ambassadors and Taylor’s College students themselves, with guidance and assistance from creative hub Mereka.
In addition to providing essential items, the initiative will also educate the school community on sustainable practices and empower them with skills and tools to foster a culture of sustainability through a series of educational programs such as school talks and workshops. By creating a culture of sustainability, the institution hopes to make a lasting impact and ensure that every student has access to the resources they need to live a thriving life.
To kick off the initiative, Taylor's College has identified 14 schools to benefit from the first phase. These schools include SMK (P) Air Panas, SMK Bandar Tasik Selatan, SMK Cheras, SMK Cochrane Perkasa, SMK Convent Bukit Nanas, SMK Danau Kota, SMK Dato' Onn, SMK Desa Petaling, SMK Menjalara, SMK Seri Pantai, SMK Seri Permaisuri, SMK Seri Tasik, SMK Tinggi Setapak, and SMK Wangsa Maju Seksyen 2. Moving forward, Taylor's College is committed to expanding its reach to more schools in the future.