Media Release
November 14, 2025
Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad partners with Teach For Malaysia to advance education equity
The collaboration will help students in Malaysia get access to quality education
Deutsche Bank will partner with Teach For Malaysia (TFM) to support its Fellowship programme starting January 2026. The Teach For Malaysia Fellowship is a two-year leadership development programme that places promising graduates and young professionals in schools to teach and lead change.
Through this partnership, Deutsche Bank will support three concurrent Fellowship cohorts (2024, 2025, and 2026).
The key impacts of the partnership with Teach For Malaysia include:
Empowering changemakers and inspiring students
As participants in the programme, Fellows work closely with students, educators, and local communities to improve learning outcomes and bridge education inequity. By supporting this programme, Deutsche Bank will help strengthen educational outcomes and inspire a new generation of changemakers within Malaysia’s education landscape.
Yusof Yaacob, Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad’s Chief Country Officer for Malaysia said: “We are strongly committed to creating lasting change in Malaysia in many forms and believe supporting education is key. By investing in the potential of Malaysia’s youth, we are not just opening doors to opportunity; we are building the foundation for stronger communities.
Chan Soon Seng, Chief Executive Officer of Teach For Malaysia, said: “We’re grateful for Deutsche Bank’s belief in the power of education and their commitment to social impact. Their support enables our Fellows to continue doing meaningful work in classrooms and communities where it matters most. Together, we’re shaping a generation of young Malaysians who can dream bigger, think critically, and lead change for a better Malaysia.”
This partnership marks a shared commitment between Deutsche Bank and Teach For Malaysia to build a more equitable education system. By investing in teaching talent and student potential, both organisations are helping to shape a generation equipped to drive Malaysia’s social and economic progress for years to come.
Over the years, as part of its CSR programme in Malaysia, Deutsche Bank has worked alongside local partners and NGOs to support the country’s communities. These include:
Global Peace Foundation Malaysia
The Global Peace Foundation Malaysia is a Malaysian non-profit dedicated to empowering underserved and indigenous communities, notably the Orang Asli.
Building a better future for Orang Asli youth (2026)
Deutsche Bank is supporting the Global Peace Foundation Malaysia in empowering and nurturing Orang Asli youth through apprenticeships, workshops, and career and educational exposure trips to develop leadership abilities and other essential life skills. High-potential Orang Asli youth will also receive university scholarships funded by the bank. This initiative aims to address low tertiary enrollment caused by limited exposure, economic and social challenges, and to close the leadership gap that has left Orang Asli voices underrepresented..
Empowering local communities through regenerative agriculture (2024-2026)
Global Peace Foundation Malaysia supports Orang Asli communities facing poverty and food insecurity by promoting regenerative agriculture. With Deutsche Bank’s support, these communities are empowered and equipped with farming skills, tools, seedlings, mentorship, and marketing assistance to enhance food production, restore soil health, and increase climate resilience. Find out more about the programme.
Born to Be youth empowerment for underserved and marginalised communities (2018 – 2021)
In partnership with Global Peace Foundation Malaysia, Deutsche Bank supported the development of Orang Asli children aged 5 to 17 by building their self-esteem, resilience, and social skills through sports, arts, crafts, and life skills activities.
The programme contributed to better school engagement and improved academic confidence by addressing factors such as economic hardship and low self-esteem.
Communities Unite for Purewater (2017 – 2018)
Through the CUP project, Deutsche Bank enabled remote Orang Asli communities to gain reliable access to clean drinking water. A gravity-fed water system with filtration was installed, alongside the introduction of sustainable water practices.
These improvements strengthened daily wellbeing, reduced water-borne health risks, and enhanced long-term community resilience.
Nur Zaharah Welfare Home (BANZ)
Nur Zaharah Welfare Home provides shelter, education, and essential support to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those from broken homes, abusive environments, and low-income families. As a charity partner of Deutsche Bank since 2007, the organisation has benefited from various volunteering efforts, such as furnishing the Activities block, painting walls and murals, building fences, sound-proofing rooms, and landscaping - all aimed at creating a safer and more nurturing environment for the children.
Bank Negara adopt-a-school programme - Nan Kai School (2016 – 2019 and 2023 – 2024)
Deutsche Bank Malaysia supported Nan Kai School under Bank Negara Malaysia’s adopt-a-school initiative by providing financial literacy workshops through MoneyTree and contributing funds for essential school needs like lab equipment.
Taman Tugu Tree adoption programme (2022)
The Taman Tugu Tree Adoption Programme, led by Khazanah Nasional Berhad under Amanah Warisan Negara (AWAN), is a not-for-profit CSR initiative focused on preserving public and heritage spaces in Malaysia.
Deutsche Bank Malaysia celebrated its 55th anniversary by adopting a plot at Taman Tugu Park and planting indigenous trees.
Born to Be Study Award (2017 – 2019)
The Deutsche Bank Born to Be Study Award provided financial support to high-achieving undergraduates at the University of Malaya who faced economic difficulties, helping them continue their studies and make a positive impact.
LifeSkills4Youth programme (2015 – 2017)
Deutsche Bank supported The LifeSkills4Youth programme run by Soroptimist International Club of Damansara (SID). The programme focused on empowering underprivileged and disengaged youth - including school dropouts and the unemployed - by providing work readiness and skills training. The initiative aimed to equip participants with practical tools for employment and promote long-term self-sufficiency in local communities.
Further links on the topic
Find out more about Deutsche Bank in Malaysia
Learn about Deutsche Bank's legacy in Asia Pacific
Find out more about Teach For Malaysia
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