PTPTN Launches Sustainable Initiative That Includes 'Boleh Bincang' Flexible Payment Plans
The LESTARIPendidikan campaign ensures our education fund continues to be accessible for generations to come.
By Jeremy Ng — 24 Dec 2024, 10:16 AM
The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) recently launched the LESTARIPendidikan campaign, an initiative to ensure higher education remains inclusive, sustainable, and relevant for future generations
This initiative drives home the importance of social and financial responsibility, especially for borrowers who've benefited from PTPTN loans.
In keeping with Malaysia's MADANI vision for wellbeing, social justice, and sustainability, LESTARIPendidikan reflects PTPTN's dedication to making education accessible for all.
"Through LESTARIPendidikan, PTPTN not only fulfils its social responsibility but also plays a crucial role in shaping the nation's human capital. Higher education is a catalyst for the development of a progressive society, and the sustainability of the education fund is key to this success," said PTPTN Chairman, YBhg. Dato' Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim.
"The main message of this campaign is to empower the people through higher education while assisting borrowers in effectively fulfilling their responsibility to repay PTPTN loans. Higher education is a foundation for improving the standard of living, which can only be realised if the education fund remains sustainable."
With over RM3 billion needed annually to support 450,000 existing borrowers and 150,000 new borrowers — including many from low-income families — the sustainability of the fund is vital. Every ringgit repaid by borrowers goes directly towards helping the next wave of students chase their ambitions.
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The LESTARIPendidikan initiative introduces flexible initiatives like #PTPTNBolehBincang, allowing borrowers to negotiate repayment plans that suit their financial situation.
For more convenience, #PTPTNSediaBantu provides various fast, easy, and secure repayment channels. Whether you're paying up or have questions about your loan, PTPTN makes the process as smooth as possible.
The campaign also highlights that repaying loans isn't just about ticking a box — it's about contributing to society
If repayments stop, it risks the future of thousands of students who depend on PTPTN for their studies.
By involving stakeholders like universities, alumni, and NGOs, LESTARIPendidikan spreads the message of shared responsibility, ensuring Malaysia's higher education system stays strong for generations to come.
"With the support of the community and collective action, we can ensure that the higher education system remains strong and inclusive in line with the aspirations of the nation," added Dato' Seri Norliza.
