JA Asia Pacific

We are excited to be a finalist for the 2024 Community Business Awards for "Creating Social Impact in Asia: Partnership Award" with FWD Insurance based on our program JA SparktheDream. Results will be shared at the Awards Ceremony on 5th September 2024.

✨ Gratitude Post: 18th FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific Finals 2024 Success! ✨ We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of FedEx/JA ITC 2024! This year’s competition was truly inspiring, showcasing the creativity, passion, and innovation of young entrepreneurs ready to change the world. We couldn’t have achieved this incredible milestone without the support and dedication of so many individuals and organizations. 🙏 A Huge Thank You to FedEx Asia Pacific: Your unwavering belief in our mission and continued support have been instrumental in making ITC 2024 a success. Together, we’ve empowered a new generation of leaders and changemakers. Noteworthy is our gratitude to Julia Khong and her team Pooja Bahri https://lnkd.in/grZAFnsy 🏛 Heartfelt Thanks to Junior Achievement Singapore: Your hospitality and seamless organization created the perfect environment for our participants to learn, grow, and shine. Thank you for providing the space and resources to bring this vision to life. 👩⚖️ To Our Judges: We are grateful for the time and effort you put into evaluating each presentation with care and insight. Your expertise and thoughtful feedback will surely help these young entrepreneurs in their future endeavors. Reza Behnam ZeMing Chan Michael Gilmore Benedict L. Loh Ching Soo Tian Ching Long, CFA Chin Loo Low Kloe N. Prerna Pant Ryion Pun Joseph Lor Charmaine P. Deepak S. Iyer https://lnkd.in/g749y-24 https://lnkd.in/gi9k53Kj https://lnkd.in/grFGSHnK 💡 A Special Thanks to the FedEx Mentors and JA Program Managers: Your guidance and mentorship have been invaluable to the participants. You’ve helped them refine their ideas, build their confidence, and push the boundaries of what they can achieve. Thank you for investing your time and energy into shaping these future leaders. 🎓 To the Teachers and Chaperones: Thank you for your unwavering support and for being there every step of the way for your students. Your encouragement and commitment make all the difference in their journey. 🙌 Thanks to All Our Supporters: From parents to JA Executive Directors, your belief in this initiative helps us make a lasting impact. Your contributions—whether time, resources, or moral support—are deeply appreciated. ✨ A special mention to our internal team who made it happen: Maziar Sabet Kirk Kenny Arunee Narula Sheila G ITC 2024 has been a success because of each and every one of you. Together, we’re not just shaping entrepreneurs; we’re shaping the future. Here’s to many more years of collaboration, innovation, and growth! 🌟🚀 #FedExJAITC2024 #YouthEntrepreneurship #Gratitude #Community #JAAsiaPacific #juniorachievement

We’ve been ranked—for the sixth year in a row—as a top-ten global SGO. Through this annual ranking, Thedotgood (formerly known as NGO Advisor) seeks to showcase the global diversity, demonstrated impact, and scale of organizations; compare SGOs using criteria that transcend geography and field of activity; stimulate inquiry and debate about the impact, innovation, and sustainability of SGO activity; and present a wide range of exemplary SGO work. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gztFuj4X

Our joint adventure with Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement and JA Europe, marks a significant milestone in increasing awareness about the multi-disciplinary maritime industry and the diverse career paths it offers young people across Europe and Asia. A Global Innovation Camp was held from 15th to 20th March, 2024 in conjunction with Asia Pacific Maritime week. This Camp brought together students aged 15-18 from Cyprus, Greece, Ukraine, India, Singapore, and the Philippines, equipping them with essential skills for thriving in the maritime industry. Congratulations to the winning team, SeaZen! Their innovative mental health wellness platform for seafarers, offering support through AI and telehealth technologies, stood out for its potential to make a real impact. Today and tomorrow mark European Maritime Day, and aims at showcasing the importance of oceans, seas, and coastal areas for Europe's economy and environment. To our colleagues and participants in Europe, we wish you a Happy European Maritime Day! Our gratitude goes out to BSM for supporting JA's mission to inspire and prepare youth to succeed in the global economy. A special thanks to Athena Chrysostomou, Julia Khong, and Justina Lim from BSM. #MaritimeIndustry #InnovationCamp #EntrepreneurMindset #youthdevelopment #asiapacific #europe #collaboration #boundless #youthentrepreneurship #studententrepreneurship

The big day is tomorrow! Tune in to the 2024 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Award ceremony LIVE on Tuesday, April 16, at 9amEDT/3pmCEST/9pmHKT. Gather your students, colleagues, and friends for a watch party, and meet us right here on Facebook! Join the global event at fb.me/e/gD2i2wtFT, and meet the six JA student companies at jaww.org/delavega. –with INJAZ Al-Arab/JA MENA, Junior Achievement USA, Junior Achievement Africa, JA Asia Pacific, JA Europe, JA Americas, Injaz Oman, Prestasi Junior Indonesia, Inspirational Mentors - JA Greece, Junior Achievement of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Junior Achievement Argentina, JA Ghana

The De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Award recognizes outstanding JA entrepreneurs. The first-place team from each of the six annual regional JA company competitions (including Company of the Year, Generation E, Young Entrepreneurs Competition, and National Student Leadership Summit) are automatically entered as finalists for the award. The winning team receives awards, plus US $15,000, educational opportunities, and more. Team SIEVASCO from Indonesia, as the first-place winner of the 2023 JA Asia Pacific Company of the Year Competition, proudly represent the Asia Pacific region at this year's Awards. Tomorrow, the global champion will be announced in a prestigious Award Ceremony. Join us for a virtual watch party on April 16 at 9pm HKT / 8pm Jakarta time by tuning in to the JA Worldwide Facebook Page. Learn more about the event and each finalist student company at https://lnkd.in/dbpCnWas

Recently, Senior Leaders from the Asia Pacific region gathered in Kuala Lumpur for a transformative SLT Retreat for the year. Led by the Asia Pacific ROC and JA Worldwide, representatives from across the region discussed strategic plans, AI's potential, and business development. We explored modernizing the Company Program, shared best practices and experienced cutting-edge technology firsthand with a visit to Cloud Mile Inc.. The retreat fostered collaboration, leaving participants energized and equipped to navigate the evolving landscape with resilience and innovation. #JASeniorLeaders #Innovation #Collaboration #jaasiapacific #acceleratingdigital #juniorachievement #kualalumpur #klcc #asiapacific Junior Achievement Singapore Junior Achievement (JA) Malaysia Junior Achievement Thailand JA Philippines, Inc. The Global Education & Leadership Foundation (tGELF) Prestasi Junior Indonesia JA Pakistan (INJAZ)

For Global Money Week this year, we're excited to engage in meaningful conversations with partners who share our mission of empowering children and youth with essential money skills. JA Asia Pacific’s Chief Development Officer, Kirk Kenny, sits down with William Chiu from HSBC to discuss how various initiatives the bank is taking to promote financial literacy and wellbeing, the work the two organizations are collaborating on, and much more. #FinancialLiteracy #GlobalMoneyWeek #hsbc #juniorachievement #ja #oneja #jaasiapacific #financialliteracy #inclusion #ngo https://lnkd.in/g7CAv8Vx

🌍💰 Happy Global Money Week! 🎉 Join us as we kick off a week dedicated to spreading the importance of financial literacy worldwide! Throughout the week, we'll be shining a spotlight on our partnerships based on a shared mission to empower children and youth with essential money skills. Listen to Charlotte M. from BNY Mellon speak with Kirk Kenny from JA Asia Pacific about the work they are doing together in Asia Pacific and Europe, and how they are reimagining their CSR and ESG footprint moving forward. Follow along this Global Money Week to discover the impact we're creating and join us in our commitment to building a brighter financial future for young people everywhere! 💡💸 #FinancialLiteracy #GlobalMoneyWeek #bnymellon #juniorachievement #ja #oneja #jaasiapacific #financialliteracy #inclusion #ngo https://lnkd.in/e4JTWQgc

We had the privilege of hosting six female university students from Singapore, India and Japan for a three-day exploration of the finance industry and career development as part of the APAC Women in Finance initiative. Highlights include: 🔎 Masterclasses in networking, interview skills and CV best practices at the Bloomberg Singapore office 💡 Visiting the SGX Group and hearing from female leaders on their challenges and triumphs 🎬 A mock TV studio session and tour with Haslinda Amin, Bloomberg’s Chief International Correspondent for Southeast Asia and Bloomberg TV Anchor Special thanks to our partner JA Asia Pacific and our brilliant network of inspirational women in finance.   #ImpactinAction #APACWomenInFinance