Nely Stephanie Nasir

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a Fulbright Exchange which brings accomplished mid-career professionals from developing countries to the United States for a year of study, professional development, and networking.

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Malaysia

Nely Stephanie Nasir has recently assumed a new role as a Deputy Undersecretary in the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change. In this role, she is responsible for managing policy documentations for the Electricity Supply Industry nationwide. She previously served as the Senior Private Confidential Secretary to a Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department where she actively coordinated economic development programs aimed for rural areas.  Her Humphrey Fellowship program goals include developing her civic engagement skills, enhancing her policy analysis capabilities, and honing her skills in non-profits strategic planning. Her ultimate goal is to create greater economic opportunities by bridging poverty and inequality disparities between regions and empowering rural youth and women.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Tourism Management – The University of Wolverhampton in Wolverhampton, England 1998
  • Master’s Degree in Economics and Communication (majoring in International Tourism) – University of Lugano, Switzerland 2010

Available to speak on topics including:

  • The Administrative and Diplomatic Services of Malaysia: Roles and Contributions in the Country's Economic Development and Transformation
  • Culture and Heritage: The Challenges of Preservation of Cultural Heritage and Traditions in Malaysia
  • The Significance of Leadership in a Multicultural Society
  • Bridging Urban and Rural Disparities: The Challenges in Poverty Alleviation in Malaysia
  • Empowering Youth and Women Toward a Sustainable and Equitable Community