𝐇𝐮𝐚 𝐒𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Hua Siong College of Iloilo was honored as an Education Institution Partner during the Asia Youth Exchange Program (AYEP) 2026, hosted by JCI Elite in Penang, Malaysia, from July 17–21, 2026.

Carrying the theme “Beyond Borders, Shaping Futures!”, AYEP 2026 brings together young leaders aged 13 to 15 from across Asia under one roof, creating a dynamic environment for cultural exchange, leadership development, and international collaboration.

Representing Hua Siong College of Iloilo were Kelvin Eric U. Pama (Grade 8, Abigail O. Ong (Grade 8, Dai Yuxuan (Grade 9), Jasmin Remz P. Abelarde (Grade 10), Samantha Olivia T. Pama (Grade 7), and Kwak Soyul (Grade 8. Through their participation, they joined fellow young changemakers in embracing new perspectives, building meaningful friendships, and strengthening cross-cultural understanding.

The program features a range of engaging activities designed to celebrate diversity and nurture leadership, including Malaysia Night, AYEP Got Talent, Global Village, and the Junior Tourism Ambassador competition. These experiences encourage participants to showcase their unique cultures, develop confidence, and embrace the values of global citizenship.

As an Education Institution Partner, Hua Siong College reaffirms its commitment to providing learners with opportunities that extend beyond the classroom—empowering them to become globally minded leaders equipped to navigate an increasingly interconnected world. Through initiatives such as AYEP 2026, the institution continues to support the growth of young individuals who are ready to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.