Believing in the education, believing in the future. Education is the key to the future.
We believe education transforms lives and we are dedicated to supporting and enhancing education.
Where everyone has the chance to learn,
grow, and succeed.
The Wawasan Education Foundation (WEF) has successfully raised funds to support the growth of Wawasan Open University (WOU) for more than 20 years. Many individuals and companies continue to lend their support as are new donors.
WAWASAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Our Goal is Simple:
We will actively promote equal access to quality education for all individuals, support research and innovation, engage with communities, foster global citizenship, and encourage lifelong learning.
Our Objectives Are:
- To foster, develop and improve education of all kinds
- To offer scholarships and financial aid to the needy and deserving
- To provide research and project grants to researchers; to appeal for and procure contributions to the foundation
- To donate to institutions with approval by the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) of Malaysia.
WEF Background
The Wawasan Education Foundation (WEF) was established in 2000 as a company limited by guarantee with tax-exempt status. Comprising a foundation of members, with no share capital held by individuals or companies, it presently consists of 38 members from a diverse range of corporate, professional and academic sectors.
Members at WEF’s Annual General Meeting elect directors to the WEF Board, some by rotation, as provided by the WEF Constitution.
Board of Directors
Our Board members, comprise of distinguished individuals from diverse backgrounds, play a crucial role in spearheading fundraising efforts.
Their collective commitment is dedicated to securing financial support, enabling the foundation to empower students and educators, drive innovative learning initiatives, and make a significant impact on education.
Tan Sri Andrew Sheng Len Tao
Chairman
Dato’ Seri Stephen Yeap Leong Huat
Deputy Chairman
Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon
Director
Datuk Lim Si Pin
Director
Mr Chen Yow Seong
Director
Datuk Seri Nazir Ariff Bin Mushir Ariff
Director
Dato’ Dr Neoh Soon Bin
Director
Dato’ Sri Harry Allyn Cockrell
Director
Mr Loo Choo Teng
Director
Ms Norziana Mohd Inon
Director
Dato’ Sydney Tan Shin-Yi
Director
Mr Jeffrey Hwang Shin Hung
Director