About Us

Empowering Communities, Sustaining Futures

Developed by a team of researchers from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), KITAKOMPOS is a community transformation and economic empowerment initiative focused on food waste composting and digital entrepreneurship.

Our KITAKOMPOS Team

A multidisciplinary team of IIUM academics and researchers dedicated to sustainable innovation, biochemistry, and community engagement.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zalikha binti Ibrahim

Project Leader (IIUM)

Leads the overall strategic direction of the initiative, driving community engagement and fostering impactful outreach programs.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Ilyani Mohamed Nazar

Project Member (IIUM)

Contributes technical expertise and strategic input to support community engagement and project delivery.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohd Azrul Naim Mohamad

Project Member (IIUM)

Innovates organic waste composting techniques to maximize waste conversion efficiency and product quality.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Tengku Karmila Tengku Kamil

Project Member (UIAM)

Supports the planning and implementation of educational modules for community empowerment.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Syahrir Zaini

Project Member (UIAM)

Leads digital marketing literacy and hands-on skill-building workshops tailored for youth and orphanages.

Mdm. Nurul Hidayah binti Abdullah

Project Member (UIAM)

Assists in coordinating program operations, liaison work, and execution of community activities.

Our Partners & Supporters

Powered by the strategic support, funding, and collaboration of our dedicated community partners.

In Collaboration With:

Rumah Anak Yatim dan Asnaf Permata Al-Kauthar Muqarrabin, Kuantan, Pahang

Working hand-in-hand with local institutions to foster hands-on learning and youth empowerment.

Funded By:

Social Innovation and Social Research Grant 2025,
Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia.

Proudly backed by organizations committed to research, sustainability, and social development.

Target Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

We advance SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production) by equipping youth with practical skills in food waste composting and digital entrepreneurship.