Indonesian Student Wins Bronze in Singapore for Waste-to-Soap Innovation

Nur Hazizah, a student at Indonesia's Teuku Umar University, has earned international recognition by securing a Bronze Medal at the 4th International Youth Conference (IYC) 2026. The event, held across Malaysia and Singapore, saw Hazizah present an innovative project that converts waste into soap.

Her scientific work, focusing on environmental sustainability and public health, impressed judges and highlighted a practical solution to waste management. Hazizah's motivation stemmed from deep concern over the growing problem of waste accumulation and its detrimental effects on human health. She aimed to demonstrate that discarded materials could be transformed into valuable sanitation products.

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I am very happy and grateful to have won this award amidst tight competition with hundreds of participants from various countries.

The IYC, organized by Lembaga Setara Prisma Nusantara in collaboration with the Asia Pacific Student Association and Nanyang Technological University, attracted 150 participants from 10 countries. Hazizah's presentation offered a concrete strategy for waste management, a critical issue in many communities. The formulation for her soap was designed to reduce waste volume and mitigate health risks associated with unmanaged refuse.

This initiative strongly supports the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, specifically those related to Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), and Climate Action (SDG 13). Hazizah expressed immense joy and gratitude for her achievement in a competitive international setting.

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I am very happy and grateful to have won this award.