RANAU: Efforts to empower young people through leadership and community engagement received a boost following an informal meeting between Ranau Member of Parliament Datuk Jonathan Yasin and members of the Shan Tian Club.
The MP met the club committee in a session aimed at strengthening dialogue on youth development programmes and community activities.
During the meeting, Jonathan expressed his support for the club’s ongoing initiatives, particularly those focused on nurturing leadership skills, encouraging volunteerism and promoting personal development and social responsibility among youths.
The informal engagement also provided a platform for both sides to exchange views on the club’s role in creating positive opportunities for young people in the district.
Representatives of Shan Tian Club said the MP’s encouragement serves as an important motivation for their continued efforts in youth empowerment.
They added that their programmes help participants build confidence, develop new skills, and foster stronger community ties.
“We are deeply grateful for Datuk Jonathan Yasin’s continued concern and support for our efforts to empower young people through constructive and meaningful activities,” a club representative said.
“His encouragement inspires us to continue serving the community and creating more opportunities for youth development.”The club also expressed hope that its positive relationship with local leaders would continue to grow, enabling more collaborative initiatives in the future.
The meeting highlighted the growing importance of youth development programmes amid modern social and economic challenges, with both parties agreeing that such efforts require cooperation between leaders, organizations, and young people.
