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✨ Happy Maulidur Rasul 1447H / 2025M ✨![]()
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اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى سَيِّدِنَا مُحَمَّدِ![]()
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Today, we remember the birth of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — a mercy to all mankind. His life was filled with love, compassion, patience, and kindness, guiding us towards peace and unity. 🌸![]()
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May this blessed day inspire us to follow his noble example in our daily lives, spreading goodness wherever we go. 💛![]()
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Wishing everyone a peaceful and meaningful Maulidur Rasul. 🌙✨![]()
#maulidurrasul #PeaceAndBlessings
🌍✨ International Youth Leadership Training 2025 – Building Leaders for the Future of Da’wah ✨🌍![]()
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16–23 August 2025 ![]()
Klagan Hotel, ![]()
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah ![]()
Malaysia
🌍✨ International Youth Leadership Training 2025 – Building Leaders for the Future of Da’wah ✨🌍![]()
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16–23 August 2025 ![]()
Klagan Hotel, ![]()
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah ![]()
Malaysia![]()
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Alhamdulillah, with the blessings of Allah SWT, the International Youth Leadership Training 2025 was successfully held from 16–23 August 2025 at the Klagan Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. The program gathered passionate and aspiring youth leaders from across Southeast Asia and the Pacific under the banner of RISEAP (Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific), hosted in collaboration with IDIP-KL. ![]()
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Today marks the day we part ways, as participants return to their respective countries. We wish them a safe and pleasant journey home.![]()
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Throughout eight inspiring days, participants engaged in intensive sessions designed to sharpen leadership capacity, strengthen da’wah strategies, and deepen spiritual resilience. The program focused on practical skills and contemporary challenges that young leaders face, while grounding them in the timeless wisdom of Islam.![]()
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📌 Key highlights of the training included:![]()
• Leadership Development: Workshops that emphasized humility, justice, and integrity as the core values of Islamic leadership.![]()
• Understanding Islamic Worship: Sessions that explored the wisdom behind Islamic rituals and how they build discipline, patience, and spiritual strength.![]()
• Countering Misconceptions: Training on how to respond effectively and wisely to misunderstandings about Islam.![]()
• Interfaith Dialogue: Practical strategies for engaging with people of different faiths with respect, wisdom, and compassion.![]()
• Digital Da’wah: Learning how to communicate effectively in the digital era and harness online platforms for positive impact.![]()
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The program also underscored RISEAP’s commitment to leadership renewal, succession, and continuity—ensuring that the future of da’wah is entrusted to capable, sincere, and visionary leaders. Beyond learning, participants formed strong friendships and networks, building a spirit of unity that transcends borders.![]()
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💬 As our Secretary-General, Dato’ Dr Marzuki Omar, reminded the participants in his closing remarks:![]()
“Leadership and da’wah are an amanah. Carry it with sincerity, wisdom, and compassion. Stay connected, continue to inspire one another, and let Islam’s mercy shine in all that you do.”![]()
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to:![]()
• Trainers & facilitators provided by IDIP-KL for their dedication in guiding our youth.![]()
• USIA for their warm hospitality and support in making this program a success.![]()
• All participants who gave their energy, ideas, and passion throughout the training. You are the future of da’wah in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.![]()
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🌟 The International Youth Leadership Training 2025 has come to a close, but the journey of leadership continues. May Allah SWT bless these young leaders with strength, wisdom, and perseverance as they return to serve their communities.
We extend our sincere appreciation to United Sabah Islamic Association (USIA) for their invaluable support and assistance in making the Opening Ceremony of International Youth Leadership Training a success.![]()
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Pertubuhan Islam Seluruh Sabah - USIA
RISEAP International Youth Leadership Training 2025 ![]()
Opening Ceremony![]()
16 August 2025 (Saturday)![]()
Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu![]()
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Today, we successfully held the Opening Ceremony of the RISEAP International Youth Leadership Training 2025 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu. The event brought together distinguished leaders, scholars, and delegates from across Southeast Asia and the Pacific in a meaningful celebration of youth empowerment and Islamic leadership.![]()
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In his keynote address, RISEAP President Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr. Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Abang Openg emphasized that the challenges of Islamic da’wah today are centered on digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI). He underlined the importance of preparing da’i and young leaders with digital literacy and technological readiness while remaining grounded in integrity and Islamic values. He also highlighted that RISEAP must continue to nurture a new generation of da’i who are able to embrace digital approaches to da’wah while safeguarding traditional Islamic values.![]()
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The ceremony was officiated by Tuan Yang Terutama Tun Musa Aman, Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sabah, who marked the occasion with a symbolic handprint gesture. This program is also a continuation of the International Da’i Training held in February, as part of RISEAP’s legacy of uniting Muslims across Southeast Asia and the Pacific, especially minority Muslim communities.![]()
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The event was also attended by Datuk Ir. Shahelmey Yahya, Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah representing the Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, Datuk Dr. Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Datuk Kadzim M. Yahya, Speaker of the Sabah State Assembly, Datuk Dr. Mohamad Marzuki Omar, Honorary Secretary-General of RISEAP, Datuk Sapawi Ahmad, President of USIA, together with international delegates from RISEAP member countries.![]()
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The Opening Ceremony reaffirmed RISEAP’s mission to empower youth, strengthen Islamic unity, and prepare future leaders to meet the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Dinner with the President of RISEAP![]()
📅 15 August 2025 (Friday)![]()
📍 Magellan Sutera Resort, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah![]()
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The President of RISEAP, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr. Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, hosted a dinner for guests and participants upon his arrival for the International Youth Leadership Training 2025.![]()
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Alhamdulillah.
📍 Coordination Meeting for International Youth Leadership Training 2025![]()
🗓 5 August 2025 (Tuesday)![]()
📌 Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu![]()
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Today, RISEAP (Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific) held a coordination meeting with key Sabah state agencies in preparation for the upcoming International Youth Leadership Training 2025.![]()
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The meeting was attended by representatives from:![]()
✅ Sabah State Protocol and Ceremonial Division![]()
✅ Office of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri (Istana Office)![]()
✅ Chief Minister’s Office![]()
✅ Department of Information![]()
✅ State Health Department![]()
✅ Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM)![]()
✅ Local media agencies![]()
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This engagement was vital to ensure smooth planning, protocol coordination, health and safety compliance, and media collaboration ahead of the event.![]()
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We thank all participating agencies for their strong support and cooperation. With shared commitment, we look forward to a successful and impactful program this coming August.
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