IM.PROF is a think-tank for game-changing initiatives that harness the strength of cultural connections and community collaborations.

IM.PROF team is made up of a diverse group of professionals united by a commitment to innovative thinking and practical solutions for solving the communities most pressing challenges. 

 The members come from a variety of backgrounds, including academia, technology, business, design, healthcare, and the non-profit sector. IM. PROF has been a CLF partner since 2023.

Representative

Mr Raja Mohamad Maiden: Founder, IM. PROF

Mr Raja is the founder IM. PROF, an organisation dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders and propelling impactful social entrepreneurial initiatives. Mr Raja started being in community service in 1997. Over the years, he has assumed various critical roles including overseeing the organisation's treasury. Formerly served as a council member for the Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS) and as a board member of the Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA) and the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce's SME Centre.

Programme(s) funded by CLF

A.  IM. PROF Mentorship and Networking Programme (IMAN) - Through IMAN, Indian Muslim students and students with no formal mentoring experience is able to find a mentor who will be their support system in guiding them to achieve their academic and non-academic goals over the 6-month programme. These mentees will then pay it forward by mentoring their peers in the society to uplift them as well.

 B. PEEKS- Through this programme, the youth will gain brief insights into working life and skills, qualifications, and pathways required for each career. The workshop aims to dispel misconceptions, offer realistic perspectives, and inspire participants to make informed decisions about their future.

Discussion points for fireside chat

 ·       Sharing of best practices: attract and retain the high performing youth of IM.Prof to contribute to the community 

 ·       What’s next for IM.PROF - Mentoring App for Youth Empowerment and Development

CLF Partner

 Adam Explorer is a mentoring and training provider offering a comprehensive personal development program for youth aged 13 to 23. Adam Explorer has been a CLF partner since 2021.

Representative

Muhammad Dzulkifly Ahmad: Co-Founder, Adam Explorer

·       Mr Dzul is the co-founder of Adam Explorer, an organisation providing a pathway for youth, in particular youth-at-risk, to discover their true potential and become catalysts of change in their lives and communities.

·       Mr Dzul is also an appointed Adviser to the Youth Court of Singapore.

·       Drawing from his engineering background, Dzul recognized the power of problem-solving challenges that foster critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. With over two decades of coaching experience, particularly with youth-at-risk, he instils these core values in his mentees, enabling them to experience a sense of empowerment and achievement while realizing their capabilities and untapped potential. 

Programme(s) funded by CLF

A.  #amPowered - is a structured mentoring programme for Malay/Muslim youth aged between 15 and 18 years old to help them discover their strengths and maximize their potential.

The #amPowered mentoring programme aims to equip youth to remain in school, progress to the next level and graduate from school; be goal oriented and aware of education and career pathways; and establish strong network and be well-connected

B.  Develop your P.A.C.E- Through this programme, youths will be empowered through the P.A.C.E curriculum namely:

1.     Personal development and excellence – developing the 7 habits of highly effective youth

2.     Athlete development

3.     Community development

4.     Entrepreneurship/employability development

Discussion point for fireside chat

·       Sharing of best practices: attract and retain mentors for #amPowered and Develop your P.A.C.E

·       Sharing of experience as an adviser in the Youth Court