Camp Facilitator Training

Hello Guys!

Gosh it is already September! How time flies, and guess what? We have new events coming up so it's going to be a real exciting and buzzing end of the year.

For now, We are looking for individuals who are passionate about orientation camps and are available to participate in them. Here is a question.

Are you keen on being camp facilitator with AFS?

Have you received formal training with us yet?

If not, then apply today for the next Camp Facilitator's Training!

It's at Quality Hotel, Shah Alam from the 23rd - 25th September, 2011.

What you can do is write to us at afs.returnees@volunteer.afs.org.my with a short motivation letter as to why you are interested to join. Hurry! We only have some 4 seats for the Alumni, so serious takers only!

Any questions please comment here or email it to us and we'll reply to you ASAP! :)


Good day all you lovelies.

How to Volunteer with AFS

I must admit, charts are my guilty pleasure. It's amazing stuff. It's straightforward, and looks nice!

So today, we have a chart for you who *wants to volunteer with AFS*. There has been so many questions from so many people who wants to jump into the AFS volunteering bandwagon that we are happily overwhelmed by the responses! So, we've made a special chart for you to follow :)

Just click to enlarge!

HELP WANTED

We are looking for fun-loving,

dedicated

TEAM-orientated
VOLUNTEERS

to join in our crew for the 53rd AFS Malaysia Gala Dinner / Farewell Dinner for YPnh 10 & SMsh 11. Job delegations will be briefed to you when you volunteer :) The Gala Dinner will be held on June 10th, 2011 at the prestigious Grand Season Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

Currently, we're also looking for photographers and videographers for the event. You must have your own DSLR camera / video camera.

All who are interested to join in the adventure of making a night to remember for AFS Malaysia, are more than welcomed to email one of our Organizer Extraordinaire, Syant Alias at syant.alias@afs.org.my with details including: -

Your full name and contact number,
and if you are a returnee - your hosted country and year of exchange.

REMEMBER
spots are limited so hurry hurry with writing to us!

AFS Gala Dinner 2011

Hey there fellow Returnees,

When was the last time we last saw each other? Met again to catch up? When was the last time we spent hours just exchanging memories of our AFS journey, and spend even more hours talking about our current lives, and feeling that we're part of a bigger family out there?

Too long, too long ago. Don't you agree?

IF you are feeling just like me, and would like some AFS-goodness, then cheer up cause I have good news for you! Well now there is the PERFECT chance for us to meet again! Come 10th June, 2011 is AFS Malaysia's 53rd Annual Gala Dinner, and I think it would be a wonderful time and event if we would all go together. What do you think?

Below are the details regarding the Gala Dinner, so do let me know by emailing your details to afs.returnee@volunteer.afs.org.my. You can also contact us if you have further questions.

Place: Grand Seasons Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 10 June 2011
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Theme: Colours of the World

Ticket Price: RM100 per pax

Just in case you're wondering what to expect in the Gala Dinner, I've decided to write down some 5 solid reasons why you should come to the Gala Dinner. So here goes : -

1. It's a family reunion. In AFS, we are like one big happy, even though sometimes somewhat dysfunctionally funny family. And each year, we come to reunite to celebrate our family-ness! It's a time to catch out what fellow AFS-ers have been up to and have a good hearty meal like the Malaysians that we are :)

2. The AFS Gala Dinner 2011 is also a combination with the End of Stay Dinner of our hosted students of 2011. Come see and cheer for the foreign students who have spent their year in Malaysia and how they have experienced AFS in their own unique ways.

3. There will be a variety of performances during the night, many of which done by fellow AFS-ers and current AFS students having their exchange here in Malaysia. It's going to be a big, colourful night!

4. It's a very good reason to dress up, look damn good and party the house down with most fun people you know. And if AFSers doesn't know how to have fun, who does?

5. repeatedly read point 1 -4. :D oh, and plus +++ Grand Seasons has good food. We know, we tried it :D


So what are you waiting for? Go call up EVERYONE in your AFS batch, book a table to seat all of you, and get excited!

YP & SP Volunteers Needed

Hello all,

It is time for the much anticipated annual Year Program Pre-departure Orientation Camp! So busy busy busy with preparations and organizations! We need help! Hence we are looking for willing, fun-minded, hotel food loving, great with crazy kids returnee-volunteers to join our camp facilitator bandwagon :)

We are in need for *facilitators that can stay for the whole duration as well as returnee with fresh experience to pass on to the next generation in the country orientation (2nd day of camp).

Send us an email at suyin.chia@volunteer.afs.org.my / chengyee.chong@volunteer.afs.org.my if you are able to join us with the following details:

Who:
All YEAR PROGRAM & SEMESTER PROGRAM returnees only

Camp Date:
14th - 16th January, 2011

Location:
Quality Hotel, Shah Alam

Stay required:
YES for main facilitators / NO only for country briefing volunteers

We will answer any inquiries ASAP! Your favorite student exchange organization thanks you :)



If you don't qualify this time around, don't feel bummed out! There's more events and activities happening REAL soon! Have you checked out our ADAPT page yet? :D


*New returnees / first time volunteers are highly encouraged to apply. Relive the memories. Pass on the experience!

ADAPT - AFS Deaf Awareness Project

AFS is kicking off 2011 with another fun, yet meaningful project called the AFS Dear Awareness Project (ADAPT). Inspired by hearing-impaired volunteers of our own, ADAPT aims to raise awareness for the deaf community among society members like us by introducing and learning Malaysian Sign Language (MYSL) in a fun way! There’s even a Flash mob zomgoodness!

What are we doing you ask? Well for starters, we are launching a 2 week pledge to post your ADAPT M.Y.S.L profile pic and AFS badge on Facebook starting 8 January! Then, we're going to close the event with a BANG by having a flash-mob signing the song "Imagine" by John Lennon (inspired by Glee!) at a yet undisclosed location within Klang Valley!

So YES! Come join us at our Facebook page where you can find tips and guidelines on how to be a part of this campaign (and also see who is already involved!) Hurry! Download the step-to-step guide today on how YOU can be a part of ADAPT on Facebook and join the flashmob!

Join us in Paradise!

HELLO DEAREST RETURNEE PEOPLE,

How does Paradise sound to you?

Cool breeze, straw hats, shady coconut trees as you listen to the gentle crashing of the waves against the sandy beach. Ohhhh YES. Now we're talking!

After a year-long worth of hard work, hectic schedules, stressful days and deadly deadlines. Paradise sounds exactly like what you need right now, don't you agree?

The time have come yet again for YOU, YES YOU, to be recognized and pampered for your efforts and contributions towards the AFS common goal. We are delighted to host the AFS Returnee and Volunteer Camp 2010 to give a chance for us to meet and bond again at the Corus Paradise Hotel, Port Dickson.

However, you have to be quick in confirmation as alas, we have only 40 spots available. Gasp!

This event is OPEN TO RETURNEES AND VOLUNTEERS OF ALL AGES in Malaysia, no age limit attached!

Given the sheer number of AFS volunteers, we suggest you email Kuhan at kuhan.chelvanathan@afs.org as soon as possible, and no later than 17^th November 2010! We predict the spots will go fast :)

Below is the information regarding the event:

Date : 10th - 12th December 2010

Venue : Corus Paradise Hotel, Port Dickson

Attendees : AFS Returnees & AFS Volunteers (no age limit)

Fee : RM 30.00

RSVP Date : By the 17th Nov 2010 (first come first serve basis!)

So how about it? Come join us in Paradise, party by the beach with your friends and let your hair down. Grab your swimming gear, cameras and your glamorous self and come on board for a fantabulously good time!

We've missed you so much! And sincerely hope to see you there :)

Regards from,

everyone of us in AFS Malaysia Alumni

p/s: Here's a sneak peak at what Corus Hotel looks like!

English Enrichment Programme with YES

Dear all, oh what exciting news awaits you!

In an effort to foster relationships between the AFS Returnee and the YES Alumni, SK Taman Keramat, Gombak has invited us to conduct an English Enrichment Program at their school this 3rd of November (Wednesday).

So here's your chance to give back to the society!

Drop your names and contact numbers to Jim Chua (jim91_dc@yesalumni.afs.org.my) or contact him via FB. He'd be very happy to hear from you and share further details with you :)



Then you can be like,




Ok. Just kidding.

AYA Performance Updates!

Dear all,

Just a quick updates for those currently interested in participating in the AFS Malaysia performance for the upcoming AYA Awards Night.

Rehearsals will commence on 29th October until 4th November.

Time from 4pm till 7pm per rehearsal session.
Location is yet to be confirmed, but it will definitely be within Klang Valley/KL area.

The AYA Awards Night is on the 7th November 2010 at 7PM-11Pm at Panggung Bandaraya, DBKL. All rehearsal and sound check for the performance is on the same date (7th Nov) at 2PM at Panggung Bandaraya DBKL.

For those who are interested in participating in this exciting nationwide event can drop us an email at suyin.chia@volunteer.afs.org.my with your contact details!

See you there at the rehearsals!

p/s for more information check out the blog post below =D

AYA Awards Performance

Before you scroll down this post, there are some things you should probably know.

Firstly, what is the AYA?

AYA stands for the Asian Youth Ambassadors (AYA), a non-profit youth organization whose mission is to nurture young people to be the best that they can be and to be of service to others.

What about the Awards thingy?

The AYA Awards was set up back in 2005, to acknowledge, reward and further encourage good work and deeds by Malaysian Youth.

Okay...so what does it have to do with AFS Mas Alumni?

Wah! I can't believe you don't know this! Last year the AFS Antarabudaya Malaysia was awarded the Youth Friendly Company of 2009 by AYA.

Look look! That's us represented by Ms. Shazalyna (5th from right) and Kenneth Chin, founder of AYA (5th from left)

Why we won?

Because we're awesome-lah. What else?
(Okay so there IS much more depth to that answer, but it all boils down to because we're awesome to begin with :D)




Oraits! Now that we know what the background story is between AYA Awards and AFS Mas Alumni, lets talk about the important part of this blog-post. *drumroll please*


AFS Malaysia is invited to perform at the 6th AYA Awards Night at Malaysia's Heritage Building on the 7th November 2010 (Sunday)

Therefore, we are looking for YOU to be involved in the performances! The National Office would like to suggest that we returnees can collaborate with our hosted students to perform a combination of 5 Malaysian traditional dance: the Zapin Melayu, Indian Candle Dance, Chinese Fan Dance, Sabahan Bamboo Dance and the Sarawakian Ngajat Dance.

The Finale will be a sign language performance of the AFS Song.

Dance practice is scheduled to start on 24th October until 4th November 2010. So if you would like to be INVOLVED, please do send us a mail at suyin.chia@volunteer.afs.org.my


If you want to read more about the AYA Awards, log on to AYA Awards Website. And while you're there, browse around and send in your votes for THIS YEAR's 2010 finalist for all categories! Get involved today!

5th National Volunteer Conference CHINA

AFS Malaysia Alumni would like to congratulate our President Ms. Chong Cheng Yee, for attending the 5th National Volunteer Conference in Beijing, China from the 16 to 19 July 2010. Representing AFS Malaysia, Cheng Yee brought with her the experience of her volunteering days to the conference, meeting with key AFS colleagues, volunteers and representatives from the local chapters of China.

We are sure that her memorable trip has added unto her vast experience in leadership and faithful volunteering with AFS, especially as the helm of our AFS Malaysia Alumni ship, yet again.

Zoo Negara Volunteer Programme

Hey Guys!

Did you know that the Zoo Negara Malaysia is actually managed by the Malaysian Zoological Society, a non-governmental organization? Did you also know that Zoo Negara is the first zoo in Malaysia ever? Or the fact that today, it is home to over 5137 animals from 459 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish.

Most importantly, did you know that AFS MAS Alumni is having a volunteer trip to the zoo very very soon and that you are also invited, no not that, more than happily welcomed, to join? Below are the details so check it out and give us a beep to let us know your attendance (:

For the love of animals!

Date:

8 August 2010, Sunday (Mark your calendar!)

Time:

8a.m-4p.m (Gather at LRT Wangsa Maju at 7.15a.m)

Venue:

Zoo Negara, Jalan Ulu Kelang 68000 Ampang Selangor Darul Ehsan http://www.zoonegara.org.my/

What:

One day volunteering at the zoo

Who:

AFS Alumni (yes, you!)

Why:

1. Get together

2. To uphold the spirit of community service

3. To create awareness to wildlife conservation

4. To explore behind the scenes of zookeeping's daily routines

How:

Those interested, kindly leave your full name, identity card no., hand

phone no to suyin.chia@volunteer.afs.org.my

Attire:

No fur (of course)

No shorts

AFS Shirt

Sports Attire

NO flip flops

Extra:

Hats, sun cream, mosquito repellent, water and camera (so that you’ll have proof when you tell your grandkids about this!)

Food:

Lunch will be potluck style (Kindly list down what you’re bringing to avoid duplications)

Remember:

Zoo Negara will not tolerate impunctuality. Thus, we’re expected to be there at 8a.m sharp for a briefing.

Spread this good news around. The more, the merrier because that’s how we roll! Let’s not miss out on this opportunity! I’m sure those orang-utans, rhinos, elephants, camels, giraffes, monkeys, tigers, reptiles and sun bears can’t wait to see you!

For more information, click HERE!

Volunteer Training to Denmark

Dear all,

AMAZINGGG NEWS TO SHARE!



There will be a Volunteer Training in Denmark, home to Legoland, Little Mermaid and the Aarhus Cathedral in November 2010, and we're inviting YOU, fellow volunteers, to come apply for this rare chance of a lifetime to be a part of it and represent AFS Malaysia. So what do you need to know and what do you need to do? Read on below!

Basic Information:
The training is held from Nov 5th till Nov 7th 2010. The exact city where the training is not yet known for now. AFS Volunteers from all over the world is expected to participate in this training and each to bring fresh perspectives to the table. Further training information will be provided nearing the event itself.


Volunteer Requirements:
Firstly, you need to have been actively volunteering for at least 2 years. And when we say active, we mean really quite active in volunteering. Aside from that, it doesn't matter how old you are, what gender you are, or what anything else you are (:

To apply, you will need to contact AFS Malaysia for the application procedures. Look for Kuhan. The deadline is 30th April. From then on, all applicants will be subjected to an interview by a Selection Committee. The usual stuff lah, really (:



Costs
This is what must be on everyone's mind as they read this post. So I have taken the liberty of breaking it down into two parts for you : -

What you need to pay for :
Cost of traveling to and from Denmark only (for now)

What AFS Interkultur will cover:
1. Transport within Denmark (e.g public transport, domestic travels)

2. Room and board AFS Interkultur style, that means your lodging and yummy food is provided

3. If you arrive early, AFS Interkultur will arrange for you to stay with some volunteers and experience the warm welcoming of the Danish culture there.

4. Participation fee

What else should I know?
Upon returning from this training, the volunteer is required to conduct a nationwide training on what has been learnt from this Volunteer Training. In addition, a detailed report is required from the participant with photos and learning experiences.



So tuan-tuan dan puan-puan, you know whats the next step. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Remember, the deadline to apply is April 30th!

Waterfall Postponed

Dear All,

Due to unforeseen circumstances that was inevitably unavoidable, the Waterfall Beautification Volunteer Project has been postponed to 7th March 2010 instead. We apologise for the changes, and do hope that more people will be able to join us in our ventures to help save Mother Nature in the most heroic manner!

Like Captain Planet and his friends:

before our waterfalls becomes like this:

What are you waiting for? Sign up today! And we'll be seeing you there in a jiffy (:

Waterfall Beautification Volunteer Project

Hey Folks,

Have you been back to nature lately? Surround yourself with lush greens and the sounds of gushing sparkling waterfall? Give back to Mother Nature?

No? We thought so.

That is why in February, everyone in AFS is invited to our Waterfall Beautification Volunteer Project for some nature appreciation, gotong-royong, and picnic fun at Perdik Falls, Ulu Langat!

Exclusively open only for AFS returnees and volunteers under the AFS Malaysia Alumni project, we decided it's time to branch out in our volunteering and explore something new in our community outreach! It's also an opportunity for all to get to know your recently-appointed AFS Alumni Malaysia Committee Members :)

So what will it be? Read the following for more details!

Venue :
Perdik Waterfall, Ulu Langat

Date :
21 Feb 2010 (Sunday)

Time :
9:00am to 6:00pm. Meet up at 8:50am.

Attire :
Sportswear and comfortable shoes.

Gathering place :
Taman Jaya LRT where bus will be provided (next to A&W PJ)

Contact person :
Suraya Zainudin
(who says please comment to RSVP or check out our Facebook event page)

Payment :
RM 5 on-the-spot payment to cover transport fees and water only.

Please bring a change of clothes and towel if you plan to "mandi" (bathe) in the waterfall. Don't forget that lunch is POTLUCK style, so bring something nice to share!

Please RSVP as by 17th February (Wednesday) as only 40 spots are open!

annnnnndddd.... in case you're wondering, this is what Perdik Falls look like. Awesome :D