Presentation of Appreciation to Fellows
During the Selangor Education Summit 2024, our fellows were honoured in a special Presentation of Appreciation Ceremony. The event was graced by DYMM Sultan of Selangor and key state dignitaries, highlighting the importance of global fellowship in promoting the book ecosystem and cultural exchange.
Selangor International Fellowship Programme 2024
The Selangor International Fellowship Programme (SIFP) 2024 marked another meaningful milestone in fostering cross-border collaboration and cultural exchange within the global book industry.
In 2024, we had the honour of welcoming esteemed fellows from:
🇻🇳 Mr. Trinh Minh Tuan – Publisher, Vietnam
🇯🇵 Mr. Koji Chikatani – Japanese Writer House, Japan
🇩🇿 Mr. Dauod Flites – Publisher, Algeria
🇵🇭 Rio Brigino Lim – Publisher, Philippines
🇲🇳 Oyunchimeg B. – Publisher, Mongolia
🇦🇪 Dr. Fawzia Gilani Williams – Educator & Author, Sharjah (UAE)
🇮🇳 Pranav Gupta – Publisher, India
🇮🇳 Mr. Khartikeyen – Publisher, Chennai, India
🇹🇭 Dr. Suraiya Chapakiya – Educator, Pattani, Thailand
Their presence enriched the diversity of the programme and further strengthened international ties within the publishing ecosystem. By 2024, the SIFP alumni network had grown to include representatives from 18 countries.
SIFP 2023: The Second Year
The second year of the Selangor International Fellowship Programme took place in 2023, where we had the pleasure of welcoming fellows from:
🇦🇺 Australia
🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
🇮🇩 Indonesia
🇳🇵 Nepal
🇵🇭 Philippines
🇹🇷 Türkiye
🇰🇷 South Korea
The participation of these countries continues to expand SIFP’s international network, strengthening professional dialogue and advancing collaborations within the book industry in the region.
SIFP 2022: The Inaugural Launch
In 2022, the first-ever SIFP was launched, bringing together participants from six countries, including:
- United Kingdom
- Egypt
- Turkey
- Indonesia
- South Korea
- North Macedonia
This inaugural event marked a significant step toward fostering global collaboration in promoting children’s rights and empowering the international book industry.
The Selangor International Fellowship Programme aims to strengthen Selangor as Southeast Asia’s Children’s Rights hub, where we can promote Malaysian works and collaborate with international partners. This programme focuses on information exchange, professional dialogue, and the building of the international book industry ecosystem.
Last year, six countries, comprising the United Kingdom, Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia, South Korea, and North Macedonia, took part in the first-ever Selangor International Fellowship programme.
2023/2024 Package
The Gold
Support Package
- A plane ticket for a Round Trip / Economy Class to and from your country.
- 4 nights accommodation.
- Participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
The Silver
Support Package
- Benefit from a 4 nights accommodation.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
- Applicants will participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Welcome dinner with with VVIP and local publishers.
The Bronze
Support Package
- You will participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
- Welcome dinner with VVIP and local publisher.
The Gold
Support Package
- A plane ticket for a Round Trip / Economy Class to and from your country.
- 4 nights accommodation.
- Participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
The Silver
Support Package
- Benefit from a 4 nights accommodation.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
- Applicants will participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Welcome dinner with with VVIP and local publishers.
The Bronze
Support Package
- You will participate in seminars and business meetings.
- Fun day trip within Selangor: experience village lifestyle, art and culture in Selangor.
- Welcome dinner with VVIP and local publisher.
In order to apply, you must full fill the following application conditions:
- All applicants from all over the world are welcome and encouraged to apply.
- Eligible applicants those that fall under the following categories:
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- Representatives of Publishing Houses
- Editors
- Publishing Copyright Agencies
- Publishing Associations
- Non-Governmental Organizations
