In a major step towards uplifting B40 and economically disadvantaged youth, DHS Hospitality Academy and Pertubuhan Amal Uncle Kentang Malaysia have signed a three-year partnership agreement aimed at providing professional skills training in the hospitality and tourism industries.
The agreement, valued at over RM 1.3 million, will enable hundreds of Malaysian youths each year to receive international-standard training both in Singapore and Malaysia.
Dato’ S. Sreekumar, President of DHS Hospitality Academy, said that the academy — one of Malaysia’s most renowned institutions in the field — is proud to lead this transformative initiative.
“We are committed to creating real opportunities that help young Malaysians gain global work experience and reduce dependence on foreign labour,” he said.
🌏 Global Exposure, Local Empowerment
- UK-DHS Singapore Joint Training Programme:
Each year, 100 youths will undergo a six-month training programme in Singapore.
This partially funded initiative offers a monthly allowance of SGD 650 to SGD 1,100, along with accommodation and meals. - UK-DHS Fully Sponsored Internship Programme:
Under this fully funded diploma-level programme, 25 youths annually will receive 15 months of professional hospitality and tourism training. - Malaysia Hotel Internship Programme:
A total of 97 Malaysian youths will undergo 12 months of hands-on training in local hotels, with a monthly allowance of RM 700, free accommodation, meals, and tuition fees.
According to DHS Hospitality Academy, this agreement is designed to equip young Malaysians with global experience, enhance local talent, and reduce reliance on foreign workers in the nation’s growing hospitality sector.