Sabah to host international event on rural social enterprise from Oct 31-Nov 4
This gathering, which would involve entrepreneurs and representatives of rural communities, will be held at the Sabah International Convention Centre here.
The Rural Social Enterprise Gathering is held in conjunction with the Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) which takes place in Taipei, Taiwan from Oct 27 to Oct 31.
'This gathering will catalyse hands-on learning, cross‑sector collaboration and sustainable solutions for local challenges,' said Sabah Creative Economy and Innovation Centre (Scenic) chief executive officer Viviantie Sarjuni.
Gerry Higgins, founder and managing director of Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) said the event would offer an opportunity for rural social enterprises from every continent to enhance their understanding of the approaches and solutions delivered by rural communities in Sabah and around the world.
'Rural communities often have more in common with their counterparts in other countries than with their urban neighbours, so SEWF is proud to support the innovation and commitment of Scenic to create this opportunity for exchange of best practice and learning,' he said.
This event is hosted by Scenic in partnership with SEWF and the state Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (KSTI).
Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with rural social enterprises through a learning visit to rural social enterprises in Sabah and a forum with dynamic discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions.
After the SEWF 2025 in Taipei, delegates will travel to Sabah for the Rural SE Gathering, further solidifying the state's role as a key player in advancing social enterprise
initiatives.
Sabah, located in East Malaysia, is the second-largest state in Malaysia and home to a diverse population of over three million people comprising more than 30 ethnic groups, including the native Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, and Murut.
Despite its natural beauty and cultural richness, Sabah faces economic challenges, particularly in rural areas.
Social enterprises are growing in Sabah as innovative solutions to address these challenges by empowering communities, creating sustainable livelihoods, and leveraging local resources to promote grassroots economic development.
Those who wish to be part of this event can get more information or purchase tickets at https://scenic.my/ruralsegathering/, with early bird rates available until June 21, and standard rates available up to Oct 15.
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