By DayakDaily Team
KAPIT, March 5: Sarawak Energy has reinforced its commitment to community development with the launch of the Baleh HEP Early Literacy and Numeracy Programme, aimed at strengthening essential learning skills for children and adults in Baleh and Kapit.
Developed in collaboration with i-CATS University College, the programme enhances learning through practical tools and effective teaching methods, equipping participants with lifelong skills.
Structured modules and trained local facilitators ensure inclusive and sustainable education, fostering long-term benefits for the community.
Sarawak Energy’s general manager for the Baleh Hydroelectric Project (HEP) Tan Hang Kiak emphasised that the initiative marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to promote community-driven learning.
“By partnering with local institutions, we aim to create an inclusive learning environment that benefits both youth and adults in the region.
“The programme aligns with Sarawak Energy’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pillars, which prioritise education and youth development,” he said in a media release today.
Sarawak Energy is implementing the programme in partnership with i-CATS University College, the Tun Jugah Foundation, and local facilitators, blending academic expertise with community-driven learning.
Under the leadership of Associate Professor Dr Hajah Siti Zaliha, i-CATS University College ensures that literacy and numeracy modules adhere to high educational standards.
Meanwhile, local facilitators from Baleh and Kapit undergo structured training to deliver twice-weekly lessons, integrating learning into the community.
The Tun Jugah Foundation’s Fort Sylvia in Kapit, a site of historical and cultural significance, has been selected as the programme venue—reinforcing the connection between education and heritage.
“With an initial target of 40 participants, the programme is also open to beneficiary communities, ensuring a wider reach and impact,” Tan added.
These efforts align with Sarawak Energy’s long-term strategy to support education, economic resilience, and self-sufficiency among communities impacted by the Baleh Hydroelectric Project.
They also reflect Sarawak Energy’s commitments under the Hydropower Sustainability Standard, ensuring that development remains inclusive, empowering, and equitable. — DayakDaily
