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5 creative locally-owned places in Malaysia you must visit

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Are you qualified to be a Freelancer?

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Creative Economy

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Why Creative Hubs are important

Thought Leadership

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The role of creative hubs in fostering sustainable development

Creative Economy

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The Southeast Asian Creative Boom

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The Insane Potential of AI-Generated Art

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The journey of a hub: what is a hub

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Delve into the latest innovations and technologies shaping the digital landscape and more! Get ready to be inspired on how technology drives change and presents new opportunities.

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Explore the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship, and be inspired with how creativity can drive entrepreneurial success and contribute to the economy.

Thought Leadership

Get inspired through the valuable perspectives of different industry leaders and be part of thought-provoking discussions.

Future of Business

We’re excited on topics that shed light on how businesses are adapting and transforming to thrive in the digital age, and equip you with knowledge and perspectives to navigate and thrive in the future of business.

Future of Work

Explore the evolving nature of work in the digital age. Get insights on how work is changing and how individuals can adapt and thrive in the rapidly evolving job market.

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We nurture a vibrant and supportive community around the Mereka’s ecosystem. This is a network where you can connect, learn from one another, and feel empowered in your professional and personal journeys.

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Be inspired to take real actions as well as empowered to make sustainable choices in your entrepreneurship endeavors, digital careers, and personal lives.

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Future of Work

6 Components of Financial Plan you need to know as a freelancer

Managing your finances is crucial in ensuring financial stability. Here are the six essential components of a financial plan for you to secure your assets and meet your financial goals!

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Future of Work

6 Ways to Prepare for the Future of Work in 2023

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Future of Work

The future of work: 4 tips on managing employees during WFH

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Innovation and Technology

The best software as a service (SaaS) tools to grow your company

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Future of Work

Preparing for the unknown: 5 most in-demand roles of the future

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Creative Economy

Hitchhiker's Guide to Funding for Southeast Asian Artists

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Sustainability

Driving Sustainability and Social Impact: Empowering Southeast Asia's Game Creators and Innovators

Explore the impactful synergy of technology and gaming in Southeast Asia, as organizations lead sustainability and innovation efforts.

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Future of Work

Teaching Digital Literacy to Stateless Youths

Future of Work

Unlock The Rising Trend of Digital Entrepreneurship

Future of Business

Breaking the glass ceiling: Qash Aris advocating Malaysians to pursue success through technology

Insights/News

Future of Work

Universities for the future of the maker movement: top 5 university makerspaces in Asia

Future of Business

Top 5 coworking spaces in Malaysia

Creative Economy

The Southeast Asian Creative Boom

Creative Economy

The journey of a hub: what is a hub

Future of Work

Today's educators, tomorrow's problems

Thought Leadership

The future of space bookings

Innovation and Technology

The future of the maker movement with decentralized and digitized Initiatives

Future of Business

Mereka Connect vs Eventbrite: Which one is right for me?

Creative Economy

Rise of the creative economy

Future of Work

Meet Hajar, A Lawyer Who Expanded Her Love for Graphic Art To UI Design

It’s ironic that despite dealing with mountains of texts in her daily job as a lawyer, Wan Nurul Hajar Azim’s first love is actually the creative arts. But like water flowing through a river’s carved path, her burning love for graphics and design never wavered,
Future of Work

How the Me.reka Digital Entrepreneur Programme Inspired An Engineer to Expand His Horizons

Steve Lee took an interest in learning about the gig industry because he was looking to find new means of income that would offer him greater mobility and control over work. Here's how this engineer found a love for copywriting.
Future of Work

‘Make Learning Meaningful’: Nur Adila’s Inspirational Journey to Empowerment

Coming from a low-income family, Nur Adila knows how empowering education can be be. She worked hard to get scholarships from primary school to tertiary education and now she hopes to inspire and empower others with her lifelong learning. Read more about about her inspirational journey!
Future of Work

Will A Seasoned Gig Worker Benefit from the Me.reka Digital Entrepreneur Programme?

Despite her 7-year experience in photographer and videography, client management was filled with ups and down for Mitzy Tan. Here's how she learned to tackle them through the hands-on real-life advice from the Digital Entrepreneur programme.
Future of Work

Mimi’s Breakthrough To The Gig Economy Began With A Wish For Work-Life Balance

The appeal of working in the comforts of your own home at your own time and pace holds great appeal. Like a moth to a flame, here's how Nurul Farah Shamimi, an Electrical and Electronics Engineering graduate, decided to shift tracks and pursue freelancing.

Future of Work

How Clarissa Loi Went From Bank Loan Officer To Freelance Digital Marketer

Clarissa faced the same challenges other young people faced seeking employment during the pandemic, with competitive and over-saturated markets making it difficult for anybody to enter entry-level jobs. But the pandemic didn’t stop her from pursuing a change in career.
Future of Work

How Aqilah Diyanti Learned to be Persistent with Me.reka’s Digital Entrepreneur Programme

This chemical engineer turned copywriter took a leap of faith and pivoted careers by applying for a role in Biji-Biji Initiative. Instead, she was offered the opportunity to unlock further potential through a scholarship with the Digital Entrepreneur programme.

Future of Work

How An Extrovert Overcame The Isolation of Freelancing

As any freelancer might know, running a solo business tends to be wholly consuming and quite isolating. Community is everything, and this Digital Entrepreneur graduate found hers through the programme.
Future of Work

An End of Fear, The Start of Mawar’s Journey in This Digital Gig Economy

"It’s okay to be afraid to do something new but it’s not okay to stay afraid," says Mawar Yudiana binti Mohamad, a Digital Entrepreneur graduate. Get inspired by this creative's continuous quest to step out of her comfort zone.
Future of Work

The Holy Grail of the Freelancing: Retainers and How to make Sustainable Income

Why does the freelance economy appeal to many? In short, the freelance economy, or the Gig Economy is defined as a ubiquity of short-term contracts in comparison to full-time jobs. But what if you, a freelancer, can relish the time flexibility of freelancing and a full-time's income? Read more to know more about this fabled legend!
Future of Work
Thought Leadership

Let's Hear from Jordan, our Marketing & Communications Intern

Learn more about the career and personal opportunities that Biji-biji Initiative & Me.reka has to offer from our Marketing & Communications Intern, Jordan throughout his experiences in being a part of the Changemaker Talent Development Programme 2021

Future of Work
Thought Leadership

Let's Hear from Laksheena Doshi, our HR Intern

Due to the flexible nature of Biji-biji & Me.reka, employees here are highly encourage to practice continuous communication with one another. This is especially beneficial during monthly meetings where an exchange of ideas alongside values are actively discussed. Let’s hear from our Human Resources Intern, Laksheena on her experience!

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