Creative economy and businessesKita Mereka 1.0 was a night of appreciation for Mereka Connect's creative Hubs, with an awards ceremony honoring 8 creative Hubs in their own unique categories. It also featured a mental health talk and line art therapy workshop by myWIPhealing.
Innovative educationArt is an expression of human creative skills and emotions. However, the advancement of AI in the industry promises to change our perception of what art is limited by. Read on to find out more about the potential and impact of AI in the art industry!
Creative economy and businessesIn a post pandemic recovery era, it is vital to empower marginalized communities and boost the economy. 'UK-SEA Creative Hubs Connect' was developed by Mereka Connect and the British Council to link creative hubs across the UK and Southeast Asia.
Creative economy and businessesSoutheast Asia’s economy has exploded, thanks to the creative industry. As such, many efforts are being taken to further boost this economic powerhouse. Here, we've compiled the various initiatives by the changemakers of the industry.
Creative economy and businessesThere are many funding opportunities out there if you want to advance your creative career, and we've compiled some of them to guide you through your creative journey! Use it to explore your potential to its maximum.
Key platform understandingUnderstand the journey of developing Mereka Connect, the challenges and struggles that led to its formation, and the exciting partnership with the British Council to grow this network across the region.
Creative economy and businessesRead further to learn the role the creative economy, headed by creative hubs and entrepreneurs, plays in South East Asia's booming economy. If you didn't already know about Mereka Connect, we'll be introducing it to you too!
Creative economy and businessesFrom artist-run studios to quirky art cafes and famous spots to hidden gems, this article covers 5 unique creative art spaces in Malaysia. If you're looking for places to share stories, learn skills, get inspired, and discover other artists, read on!
Today's businessesThere's no denying that many industries have been affected by the pandemic, including the Malaysian event industry. Though the future of space bookings may seem bleak, we can still save the industry by leveraging on a sharing economy model.
Today's businessesIn the information age, it's important for businesses to make educational content that brings impact to customers or interested prospects. Read on to discover ways to improve your content creation and build a community of happy, informed customers.
Social innovationCreative hubs are a product of their context. As an extension of its community; there is no cookie-cutter model of a creative hub, allowing each one to have a unique value proposition to their communities.
Innovative educationTo stimulate interest and capacity for innovation, leading academic institutions are now offering many programs in these areas. Global programs, MOOCs, accelerators, incubators, and hackathons are just a few examples of how they're doing it.
Innovative educationThere are so many ways in which a university can bring communities together, and one of those ways is by hosting experiences. Read on to see five experiences that universities can host to create a thriving community.
IR4.0Mapping out your career path, or contemplating a change? Here’s a list of 5 most sought-out roles in the 21st century economy.
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Highlighting real businessesIt’s no hard feat to make a place for your business in the digital economy. Check out these SaaS tools that can further drive your business in today’s highly digitized world.
Creative economy and businessesIt is without a doubt that the creative economy is thriving now more than ever. Take a look at these Malaysian enterprises who are doing their part in championing the spirit of creativity.
Innovative educationA makerspace is a place where creatives can collaborate and execute ideas, so it is no wonder that universities have quickly adopted this concept in their institutions. Take a look at these universities in Asia and their unique takes on makerspaces!
Innovative educationThe value of interdisciplinary education is undeniable. It is important to incorporate it in all levels of education, but even more so in higher education institutions like universities and polytechnics.
Creative economy and businessesThere’s no shortage of benefits that a business can gain from acting as a hub. Read on to see our take on it, and the pathway of a business-cum-hub.
Key platform understandingIf there is anything that keeps a hub alive and it’s space and resources well-utilized, it’s the community. Here are four tips on how to build a happy and healthy community for your hub.
Social innovationThere, there. We know how hard it is to keep your team (and even yourself) happy while you WFH. But with these helpful tips, you can ensure your team’s overall health and productivity is at its optimum!
IR4.0Remote working has forced us to be creative in how we go about operating our business as we’re introduced to new online platforms and ways of working that we’ve never even considered possible. Strive to propel your business with these strategies.
Key platform understandingThe fight against COVID-19 heavily affected healthcare workers as they struggled from a global shortage of PPE. With the help of Malaysian craftsmen and our network of partners and creative hubs, we managed to contribute to this cause.
Key platform understandingGlobal issues require localized solutions. Put together a band of makers, innovators, suppliers, and logistics providers, and there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
