About Us
INTRODUCTION
The Community Builders Foundation
The foundation was established in 1994 to build and advance the economic, vocational and social standard of the Malaysian communities irrespective of race or religion. In tandem the foundation programs have been to enhance the socio-economic status of certain demographic groups by developing programs to facilitate their empowerment, be it via direct financial assistance or creating opportunities for business activities via skills and aptitude development.
The foundation also played a role in offering welfare/aid to those who were unable to obtain help for some of their basic needs due to their inability to approach the right people or organizations.
Through its presence in helping to tackle poverty, the foundation partnered poverty eradication initiatives, working alongside organizations and individuals, by providing accessibility and networking.
While the immediate focus of the foundation’s work is within the country, it’s long term vision is to be a global partner in initiatives cantered around improving lives of people with grassroots engagement and bridging the roles of private sector organizations and government departments or agencies all over the world.
VISION
- The core values of the foundation which guide its decisions and actions are transparency, adaptability and working for the common good of all citizens, irrespective of class, creed, religion or race.
OUR OBJECTIVE
- To work with other NGO’s in creating a vibrant eco-system that enables all to achieve their own goals in various field like education, business, woman empowerment etc
- To enhance and reaffirm a culture of transparency and a commitment in carrying our responsibilities to the highest level of governance.
FOUNDER PROFILE
YBHG. DATIN SERI KANAGAM PALANIVEL
Present Positions
YBhg. Datin Seri Kanagam Ramanujam is a Malaysian community leader, educator, author, and advocate with decades of experience in women’s empowerment, community development, and leadership training.
She currently serves as President of the Community Builders Foundation (CBF), Vice President (Women Empowerment) of the Asian Centre for Leadership and Civilization, and Mentor at the China-BRICS Science and Innovation Incubation Park for the New Era (SIIP).
A strong proponent of international collaboration, YBhg. Datin Seri participated in strategic engagements in Tokyo, Japan, advancing cross-border empowerment initiatives focused on human capital development, women’s leadership, innovation, and community-building partnerships.
Guided by the principles of service, integrity, and lifelong learning, she remains committed to empowering communities and fostering meaningful regional and global cooperation.
Board of Trustee
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
YBrs. Tuan KPD Andre
YBrs. Tuan KPD Andre has spent over a decade working alongside CBF on empowerment projects, particularly in sports and education. With a strong background as a trainer, consultant, and project director, he has successfully designed and executed programs that empower youth, athletes, and underserved communities. Having been invited to formally join CBF’s leadership, YBrs. Tuan KPD Andre now leads as CEO, tasked with expanding the foundation’s reach, modernizing its systems, and forging new collaborations locally and internationally. He is committed to carrying forward the founder’s vision while ensuring that CBF operates with professionalism, accountability, and sustainable impact.
managing trustee
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Zhaky Hashim
En. Zhaky Hashim is a seasoned executive with experience in business development, eco-tourism, engineering, and humanitarian work. He has led international and governmental partnerships, spearheaded relief and empowerment programs through Yayasan Sinar Malaysia, and currently mentors Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the China-BRICS Science and Innovation Incubation Park. Fluent in English, Malay, and Indonesian, Zhaky is recognized for his strategic planning, crisis management, and negotiation skills. At CBF, he drives long-term strategies and collaborations to ensure the foundation delivers sustainable impact in line with the legacy of its founder, the late Datuk Seri Palanivel, under the guidance of Datin Seri Kanagam.
