On 5 October 2025, Meisha Marsella, Partnership Lead and Senior Program Strategist at KUMPUL Impact, participated in a regional roundtable on environmental sustainability, human rights, and social cohesion. The dialogue was held in Jakarta under an initiative led by the ASEAN Youth Forum and brought together youth leaders and civil society representatives from across Southeast Asia. Meisha joined as an invited speaker in the session that examined youth engagement through ethical and responsible business practices. Her contribution reflected the relevance of entrepreneurship within broader conversations about environmental action and community well being.
Regional Context and Youth Roles
The roundtable responded to regional demographic realities. ASEAN hosts a large youth population, and the concept note for the event highlighted that their participation is essential in discussions that connect environmental risks with social conditions. This perspective shaped the way speakers approached the session. The conversation acknowledged that climate related pressures influence daily life, including trust in public systems and access to fair opportunities.
With participants from diplomacy, legal advocacy, peacebuilding, and community based initiatives, the discussion reflected the wide range of actors working at the intersection of environmental and social issues. Their contributions pointed to how environmental challenges appear in different contexts and how youth involvement offers practical insights into community needs.
Building Pathways for Youth Engagement
Within this setting, Meisha spoke about the relevance of responsible and sustainability oriented entrepreneurship in supporting community stability. Her remarks described how young founders can shape local economic activities when they consider environmental responsibility and ethical practice.
Her presence aligned with the organizers’ intention to connect environmental issues with actions that influence social cohesion. By presenting observations based on her work with youth and early stage entrepreneurs, Meisha contributed to a discussion that viewed business activity as one of several pathways young people use to engage with environmental and social concerns. Her intervention fit within the broader direction of the roundtable, which recognized youth led initiatives as part of regional efforts to strengthen participation and resilience.
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