Faculty Food Bank Revitalisation Initiative

In line with UNIMAS’s commitment to addressing poverty and enhancing community welfare, the Faculty of Language and Communication (FPBK) has revitalised its Food Bank facility as part of an initiative to support those in need through shared contributions and sustainable assistance.

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To prevent hunger, UNIMAS provide easy access to food banks and food assistance for both students and staff. Among the initiatives that have been done in UNIMAS in 2022 are :

UNIMAS Food Bank

The UNIMAS Student Food Bank was officially launched by YB Chong Chieng Jen, who serves as the Deputy Minister of KPDNHEP on May 3, 2019. This initiative is based on the concept of "From Students, to the Students," where it encourages student participation in the Food Bank's implementation. Students from various backgrounds, particularly those affiliated with student associations, such as Gerakan Pengguna Siswa (GPS) and Majlis Perwakilan Pelajar (MPP), actively contribute to assisting fellow students facing food insecurity. Food banks are strategically positioned throughout the campus, with each faculty having its designated food bank section, making it convenient for students in need to access essential food items.

UNIMAS offers a wide range of food choices in order to cater the demand of the population inside the campus.

Prioritisation are given into offering affordable and nutritious food options in ensuring that everyone on campus can access healthy meals.

UNIMAS Drives Agricultural Transformation by Engaging Local Communities

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) aims to transform both individuals and local communities through agricultural initiatives in collaboration with Sarawak government agencies. The pilot project at Sebuyau involves the development of a Coconut Research Laboratory, where three faculties work together to promote coconut cultivation using locally developed Bio-Organic Fertilizer. The initiative also explores waste reuse, marketing support, and plans to expand involvement to more faculties to enhance community transformation.

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Local farmers and food producers are able to access our university's facilities and engage in collaborative knowledge-sharing programs to further improve their sustainable farming methods. Several programmes that have been implemented include :

UNIMAS Empowers Local Youth Through Agrotech Workshop on Eggplant Fertigation

The workshop, attended by 30 local youth aged between 18 and 45, provided both theoretical and hands-on training on the fertigation system, including fertilizer preparation, system installation, and eggplant cultivation techniques. Participants also learned about the benefits of fertigation in improving crop yields and household income. This initiative, part of UNIMAS’s “One University One Village (1U1K)” programme, reflects the university’s commitment to empowering rural communities through agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices.

UNIMAS Agrotech Workshop – Eggplant Fertigation, Kampung Semera

UNIMAS prioritize purchasing products from local, sustainable sources, contributing to the growth of the local economy and promoting eco-friendly practices.