Dr. Wan Ahmad Hazman bin Wan Daud

Dr. Wan Ahmad Hazman Bin Wan Daud has dedicated his career to inspiring youth to become changemakers and active contributors to national development. As the Executive Director of Yayasan Sukarelawan Siswa (YSS) under the Ministry of National Unity, he has been instrumental in building sustainable platforms that empower young Malaysians to volunteer, serve communities and lead with purpose.

With over a decade of experience in youth development and volunteerism, Dr. Wan has led numerous national and international missions that integrate higher education, social responsibility and unity. His visionary leadership has strengthened Malaysia’s ecosystem for student volunteerism, aligning local initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the national unity agenda.

Beyond YSS, Dr. Wan also contributes his expertise internationally as a Board Member of the International Forum for Volunteering in Development (Forum), representing Malaysia on the global stage of volunteer leadership. His passion for empowering young people extends to his active participation as a speaker and panellist at prestigious platforms including the International Volunteer Cooperation Organisations (IVCO) and ASEAN Youth Leadership Conference .

Academically, Dr. Wan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Land Administration and Development) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), where he previously served as Student Council President and President for National Student Consultative Council. Dr. Wan has also received several awards for his achievements and contributions, including the Royal Education Award and National Varsity Icon.

Driven by the belief that volunteerism is a catalyst for unity and nation-building, Dr. Wan continues to champion a generation of youth who are compassionate, resilient and globally minded. His work embodies the spirit of collaboration, demonstrating that empowering one young person can transform entire communities.

To me, making an impact means creating meaningful and lasting change that improves lives and strengthens communities. It is about empowering others especially youth to realise their potential and take collective action for the common good. True impact is not measured by recognition, but by the ripple effect it creates in inspiring others to do the same.