In celebration of International Day of Sport for Development and Peace on 6 April, BWF once again marked #WhiteCard Day through its ongoing commitment to empowering communities via sports.
As part of the BWF CSR Malaysia Legacy Project 2026, a vibrant coaching clinic was held on 4 April at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TARUMT) in Kuala Lumpur, continuing a meaningful collaboration with the institution for the fourth consecutive year.
The coaching clinic welcomed 106 underprivileged children from six homes and centres across the Klang Valley: Rumah Kasih Harmoni Paya Jaras, Mega Orang Asli Children Home, Agape Learning Centre, CWO Learning Centre, Buku Jalanan Chow Kit and Shelter Home for Children.
The initiative reflects BWF’s enduring vision of giving every child the opportunity to experience badminton in a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment.
Delivered by a dedicated team of 24 volunteers, the session was led by BWF representatives Tracy Tan, Lee Chia Wen and Leong Kye Yeet, alongside enthusiastic student volunteers from TARUMT and volunteers from Malaysian Volunteer Initiatives Association (MIVA). Together, they guided participants through engaging badminton activities designed to promote movement, coordination and teamwork, while building confidence and social connections.
Beyond skillbuilding, the clinic created a welcoming space for the participating children to interact and form friendships with peers from different backgrounds. For many, the experience extended beyond the court.
Noresah, 16, shared her excitement: “Playing badminton is one of my hobbies. I love it because it’s easy to play and involves a lot of movement.”
Caregivers also observed the broader impact of the initiative. Highlighting the importance of inclusion, Far Tin Cuai from CWO Learning Centre said: “This activity allows them to meet children from other organisations and that lets them know they are important too.”
From the volunteer perspective, the programme offered equally valuable insights.
Loke Ah Kow, a first year Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science student volunteer from TARUMT, noted: “It’s a good sport. Playing badminton helps with your focus, both on court and in studies.”
MIVA volunteer Chiew Sin Ran emphasised the importance of physical activity and social interaction, saying: “Badminton benefits their physical health by keeping the children active. During this activity, it gave them the opportunity to interact with new friends from different homes and centres.”
Building on the success of previous years’ initiatives, the 2026 coaching clinic further strengthens BWF’s legacy efforts in Malaysia, reinforcing the role of sports as powerful tool for inclusion, development and social connection.
