PARTICIPATION BOOKLET VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN 2017 Malaysian Students’ Council of Australia (MASCA) South Australia Chapter

Date of Event Venue of Event

: 20th August 2017 to 31st October 2017 : South Australia, Australia



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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

ABOUT MASCA



“Charting the way for Malaysians Down Under!”

The Malaysian Students’ Council of Australia (MASCA) is the official student representative council for Malaysian students in Australia; founded on April 2001 in Sydney, Australia. Established across 6 states and 1 territory (except Northern Territory), it is the pinnacle driving force in uniting Malaysians here; regardless of their backgrounds, students and non-students alike.



However, MASCA does not stop at simply being the “pinnacle” of student representation for Malaysian students in Australia. MASCA strives to foster a strong community between Malaysians here Down Under, and also with the local community. In short, MASCA strives to serve the interest and welfare of Malaysian students in Australia, but not forgetting to create a community, where home is never too far away.

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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

CAMPAIGN SUMMARY



Volunteering is the commitment of time and energy, for the benefit of society and community. Volunteering helps the development of an individual, as well as the broader community. Indeed, volunteering also offers opportunities to gain valuable experiences in different fields, increasing self-confidence and improving the community as a whole.

Understanding that international students has contributed much time and effort voluntarily to the local community in multiple pathways, the Malaysian Students’ Council of Australia, South Australia (MASCA SA) have decided to recognise outstanding volunteering performance by international students in the following categories:



1) All Malaysian Students (continuing) 2) Freshman Year Malaysian Students (commencing) 3) All International Students Following the application and assessment process, winners will be presented with the awards and prizes during MASCA SA Annual Meet and Greet in March 2018.

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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

APPLICATION PROCESS



Volunteer to help out in any event. The event can be retrospective.

Volunteering activities are not limited to any organisations, as long as students provide relevant proof

Compile your participation throughout the year by highlighting the achievements in your submission(s).

Location, time and other details about the volunteering activities. Submissions can be in Word, PowerPoint or video format, with no more than 1500 words, PowerPoint not more than 15 slides and videos no longer than 10 minutes

Register to apply through the following link: https://goo.gl/iJoZJk

MASCA SA is responsible for verification of submission, making sure the participants follow rules that are outlined

Email participation file(s) to [email protected] within 3 days of registration.

MASCA SA packages and compiles all submissions to be sent to judges in different categories.

MASCA SA presents the winners with their prizes and certificates during MASCA SA Meet & Greet 2018 Event

Judges evaluate the quality of submission by using guidelines provided by MASCA SA. Participant with the highest score in a particular category will be the winner. In case of a tie, discussions will be held with MASCA SA.



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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA



ASSESSMENT CRITERIA No. Marking Criteria

Weightage

1

Contribution

20

2

The number of volunteering activities that the student has participated in. Creativity

10

3

The way the student presents the articulated submissions for this campaign. Impact

50

4

How students demonstrate the positive impact that their volunteering activity undertaken has done for the community. Evidence

10

5

The evidence presented in their submission from their organisation. Language The smooth transition and the ability the create a smooth presentation and excellent use of grammar.

10

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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

TERMS AND CONDITIONS



1) The submission is open for current international students in South Australia.

4) Council members of MASCA SA 16/17 are not eligible to become participants of this campaign.

2) Any volunteering participation is deemed as one participation provided there is mutual consent of what is deemed as a volunteer between the participant and organiser.

5) MASCA SA will have no judging rights in the selection process. MASCA SA will only be informed on the winners and outcomes.

3) Eligibility for each category is outlined as below: i. Category A (all Malaysian students) - Current students enrolled in any institution in South Australia ii. Category B (Freshman Malaysians) - Current students who commenced studies in Semester 1 or 2, 2017 iii. Category C (all international students) - Current international students in any institution in South Australia Note: Multiple entries are encouraged, as students can participate in more than one category if they wish.



6) MASCA SA and the sponsors have the right to utilise the materials for promotional media as deemed fit. 7) Details about the campaign will be announced through official page on 23rd August 2017. 8) Submissions will be accepted from 23rd of August to 31st of October 2017. The closing time is 2359, ACST. 9) The decisions of the judges are final and no appeals will be entertained. 10) Malaysian students shall be defined as a student who can provide valid proof as a citizen of Malaysia (i.e. Passport or NRIC).

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PROJECT PROPOSAL: VOLUNTEERING CAMPAIGN MASCA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

KEY DATES AND CONTACT



Key Dates:



Registration Opening Date: 23rd August 2017 Registration Closing Date: 31st October 2017 Compilation and Judges Notification: th 5 November 2017 Outcome Notification: 30th November 2017 Presentation and Ceremony: March 2018

(Certificates can be provided earlier upon request)

For further enquiries, please contact: Arthur Eng Lip Yeow Chairperson +61 450 712 291 [email protected]

Jayee Teh Social & Cultural Director +61 426 424 685 [email protected]

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