KUALA LUMPUR: Khazanah Nasional's foundation, Yayasan Hasanah will be organising The Hasanah Forum (THF) 2023 from June 20-22, 2023.

Themed "Fostering Justice-Based Philanthropy: Shifting the Narrative to Action", THF 2023 brings together influential leaders and practitioners from the social impact ecosystem, including civil society organisations, social enterprises, corporations, policymakers and academia.

In a statement today, Yayasan Hasanah said the forum aims to cultivate thought leadership within the evolving landscape of philanthropy and facilitate action-oriented conversations, consequently translating narratives to tangible socio-economic action.

The three-day event will focus on three key levers of change, namely 'People and Institutions', 'People and Society', and 'People and Leadership' -- addressing critical questions such as collaboration for systemic change, overcoming challenges of disconnected decision-making, role of intervening actors in empowering communities, nurturing courageous leaders and professionalising the social impact sector.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to deliver the closing remarks on June 22.

In the statement, Yayasan Hasanah said THF recognises the interconnectivity of socio-economic challenges such as poverty, climate change and conflict which perpetuate inequality, and acknowledged that these issues cannot be resolved by governments alone.

"Active engagement from civil society, businesses shouldering their responsibilities, and empowered individuals are vital to addressing these challenges.

"Here, THF 2023 serves as a clarion call to action for changemakers at all levels of society, offering attendees a unique opportunity to listen, engage in dialogue and gain new perspectives," it said.

Yayasan Hasanah's trustee and managing director Datuk Shahira Ahmed Bazari said THF 2023 marks the second edition of the forum, which made its debut in 2021.

"This year, in the forum's second edition, the focus is on translating narratives into tangible action.

"So, whether new to making a difference or a seasoned changemaker, we invite all individuals to join the conversation in reshaping the steps we take, steering philanthropy and impact innovations towards our shared vision - a Malaysia that is more progressive and inclusive," she said.

THF 2023's lineup of speakers includes Minister of Youth and Sports, Hannah Yeoh; Bursa Malaysia chairman, Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar; Treasury secretary-general, Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican and Malaysia Venture Capital Management Bhd chairman, Tunku Alizakri Alias.

Yayasan Hasanah will also co-host the AVPN Global Conference, marking its first-ever appearance in Malaysia, happening in parallel with THF.

THF 2023's live stream is accessible online for free, and participants can grab their tickets or sign up for free access to THF live streams at thf.yayasanhasanah.org.

-- BERNAMA