In this episode of TheGoodCastShow, Vinod speaks with Hemanath Sia Malaruban, a Malaysian Indian Youth Council (MIYC) leader, about the challenges facing Malaysian Indian youths and the work being done to create better opportunities for them.
Why are some young Malaysians choosing the gig economy over higher education? Are low wages making diplomas and degrees feel less worthwhile? And are Indian youths missing valuable opportunities simply because they do not know these opportunities exist?
Hemanath discusses MIYC’s efforts to empower Indian youths through education, TVET training, employment opportunities, scholarships, leadership development, international exchange programmes and community initiatives. He also explains why participation in youth organisations is declining—and responds to concerns about whether organisations working closely with the government can remain independent and non-partisan.
The conversation explores:
• Why some B40 youths do not continue their education
• The financial pressure young people face to support their families
• Whether qualifications still lead to better salaries
• TVET and alternative pathways after SPM
• The lack of awareness surrounding scholarships and government programmes
• Why Indian participation in youth initiatives remains low
• MIYC’s relationship with the government and political parties
• International exchange, volunteering and leadership opportunities
• Women’s empowerment and youth-development programmes
• What MIYC hopes to achieve in the coming years
Are Malaysian Indian youths genuinely short of opportunities—or are existing opportunities failing to reach them?
Watch the full conversation and share your thoughts in the comments.
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