Dawn of the new age
RAYYAN AZIZ lets out a long sigh whenever he thinks about an upcoming job interview. At 35, the engineer is applying for a junior management position at a company known for advocating young leadership, typically recruiting candidates in their late 20s to early 30s. Under normal circumstances, he believes his experience and skills would speak […]
Budgeting for ‘new youth’ transition
AS MALAYSIA recalibrates its definition of youth, questions have emerged over whether funding for youth programmes will remain impactful – and whether a smaller eligible demographic will translate into reduced support or a fundamental restructuring of resources. Malaysia Youth Council (MYC) secretary-general Ahmad Farhan Rosli says it is important to first clear up a common […]