SEGi, in partnership with Hospital Umum Sarawak (HUS), successfully hosted a life-saving blood donation campaign on Tuesday, drawing a strong turnout from students, staff, and the public. Organised by the student-led Avantgarde Club, the initiative reflects SEGi’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility, healthcare advocacy, and active student engagement.
Running from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm at the college’s main hall, the campaign supported Malaysia’s national effort to maintain a stable and sufficient blood supply. According to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, over 2,000 blood donations are needed daily to meet the country’s hospital demands, especially for critical cases such as surgery, cancer treatment, and trauma care. With just one unit of blood potentially saving up to three lives, the campaign provided an impactful platform for the SEGi community to contribute directly to public health.
The event was conducted in a professional and systematic manner by trained personnel from HUS, ensuring donor safety and comfort throughout. Student volunteers played a vital role in guiding participants, managing logistics, and offering post-donation care — transforming the campaign into both a health initiative and a meaningful learning experience. Informational booths were also set up to educate attendees on the benefits of regular blood donation, eligibility, and the long-term impact of voluntary contribution to national healthcare systems.
This effort aligns closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting health and well-being (SDG 3). Voluntary blood donation is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways individuals can contribute to saving lives, reducing maternal mortality, and supporting emergency medical services — areas prioritised by the WHO and UN frameworks.
The campaign’s success also speaks to the culture of service and community leadership that SEGi College Sarawak instils in its students. As future leaders and professionals, student organisers are being equipped not only with academic knowledge but also with a sense of civic duty, empathy, and real-world problem-solving. It is through platforms like these that SEGi continues to create meaningful learning experiences that go beyond the classroom.
Following the positive response, the Avantgarde Club is planning to make blood donation drives a recurring initiative. The goal: to create a lasting impact in Sarawak’s public health landscape while fostering a generation of socially conscious youth.
This event is organised in support of the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG):
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4 – Quality Education
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
