Monash University Malaysia has become the first university worldwide to join the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Global Innovation Partnership. Announced on 25 November 2025, this collaboration aims to address complex humanitarian issues by combining the university’s research expertise with the IFRC’s extensive humanitarian experience.
The partnership was unveiled at the IFRC Global Innovation Partnership Launch held at Monash University Malaysia. The event, officiated by Her Highness Dato’ Seri DiRaja Tan Sri Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz, National Chairperson of the Malaysian Red Crescent, gathered representatives from humanitarian organisations, government agencies, NGOs, and academic partners for discussions, workshops, and exhibitions.
Monash University Malaysia’s President and Pro Vice-Chancellor, Professor Emeritus Dato’ Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, expressed the significance of the collaboration, stating, “We are honoured to be the first university to join the IFRC Global Innovation Partnership. This collaboration allows us to combine our research and academic expertise with IFRC’s humanitarian experience, tackling some of the most complex challenges faced by communities today.”
The partnership will focus on developing programmes that enhance digital and leadership capabilities within humanitarian organisations, empower students and volunteers through experiential learning, and accelerate the creation of innovative products and services. This initiative aligns with Monash University Malaysia’s commitment to driving meaningful change across ASEAN and beyond, reinforcing its position as a regional hub for research and capacity building in humanitarian innovation.
