Hara Makers is an upcycling social enterprise based on a circular economy model that uses waste to promote environmental sustainability, community engagement and education.
As a long-term goal, we aim to change the livelihood of community members by empowering them using cutting-edge technology and providing them with the tools and resources to build solutions to the problems within the community.
In Hara Makers, our community can move forward on waste reduction with simple and sustainable solutions while creating a more inclusive society together.
Explore our programmes below and work with us to make a lasting impact.
Environmental Programmes
Corporate Learning & Engagement Programmes
Hara Makers offers a range of interactive learning experiences designed to educate, engage, and inspire teams on sustainability, waste management, and community impact. Our programmes combine practical knowledge, hands-on activities, and real-world insights, empowering participants to make
informed environmental decisions while understanding the social impact of their actions.
Duration: 30 minutes up to 8 hours
Cost per Workshop: please enquire.
Include
– Facilitator Fee
Remark:
** Additional transport charge (within Klang Valley): RM250
River Exploration Workshop
Meeting Point: Sungai Keroh @ KTM Segambut
The River Exploration Workshop is a hands-on, purpose-driven CSR initiative that tackles river pollution while creating social and environmental impact.
Through this programme, we aim to:
- Reduce waste in our river and surrounding ecosystems
- Empower the waste picker community by creating income opportunities through material collection and segregation
- Engage corporate teams in meaningful environmental action
- Raise awareness on local waste issues through direct experience
Duration: 120 minutes
Cost per Customised Session: please enquire.
May Include
– Facilitator & safety briefing
– Community support and engagement
– Awareness & educational sharing
– Processing fees for handling tools (Include rental of equipment such as industrial-grade boots and industrial-grade gloves.)
– Equipment, tools & accessories
– Complimentary handmade upcycled plastic product
To tailor your own customised programme, please enquire here.
For individuals joining our publicly scheduled events, more information can be found here.
Upcycled Product Booth for ESG & Green Events
We’re not just setting up to sell. We’re here to educate, engage, and create shared impact with your audience.
Beyond a Marketplace Booth
When you invite us, you’re not just giving space. You’re helping co-create a meaningful ESG experience for your audience.
Here’s what your support enables:
* Fair pay for community women who share their stories and skills.
* Transformed waste, processed and prepared by hand.
* Professional booth setup: tools, signage, and creative display.
* Interactive education: real impact stories, not just price tags.
* Optional demos & talks tailored to your sustainability theme.
Duration: Half Day / Full Day
Cost per Booth: please enquire.
Include
– Facilitator Fee
Remark:
** Additional transport charge (within Klang Valley): RM250
Our workshops raise awareness about plastic pollution in Malaysia and teach practical ways to reduce waste. Participants learn to identify plastic types, repurpose discarded items, and upcycle daily plastic waste into colorful crafts. Through hands-on activities, we promote sustainability by encouraging reducing, reusing, and upcycling.
Upcycling Workshops
Upcycled Plastic Keychain
Turn plastic waste into one-of-a-kind bookmarks using colorful LDPE sheets! Participants will learn basic plastic types, safe handling of waste, and how to press plastic into flat, vibrant sheets. A fun, simple way to explore sustainability while creating a useful everyday item.
Suitable for: Educating upcycling to Children, university students, and corperates.
Fused Plastic Art
A hands-on workshop for those who want to explore sustainability through creative expression! Participants will transform colourful plastic bags and sheets into one-of-a-kind fused artworks, experimenting with layering, colour blending, and heat techniques to create pieces that are entirely their own.
Upcycled Button Pouch
Make a handy button pouch using repurposed plastic! This workshop teaches basic folding and stitching techniques while helping participants reflect on the value of materials we often throw away. A great intro to plastic crafting with a personal touch.
Suitable for: Educating upcycling to Children, university students, and corperates.
Upcycled Plastic Long Pouch
A hands-on workshop for those seeking a deeper, more immersive experience! Participants will transform upcycled plastic into sleek, buttoned pouches, perfect for storing stationery or travel essentials. The session covers cutting, folding, and basic stitching techniques, making it an engaging choice for craft fairs, team activities, or community events.
Suitable for: Educating upcycling to Children, university students, and corperates.
Upcycled Triangle Coin Pouch
Turn plastic waste into a cute, functional triangle coin pouch made from colorful LDPE sheets! Participants will learn basic plastic types, safe handling of waste, and how to press plastic into durable, vibrant material. Using simple cutting and assembly techniques, everyone will create their own one-of-a-kind pouch, perfect for coins, earbuds, keys, or small essentials.
Suitable for: Educating upcycling to Children, university students, and corperates.
Plastic Recycling Workshops
Snack Pack Weaving - Keychain
Weave your own colorful keychain using strips of cleaned snack packs. This workshop introduces basic weaving techniques while raising awareness about soft plastic waste. Great for beginners and very hands-on — everyone walks away with a unique, functional item.
Cap-tured Beauty
Join our bottle cap upcycling workshop and learn how to turn everyday plastic waste into unique earrings or keychains. Guided by our experienced instructors, you’ll explore creative techniques to repurpose discarded bottle caps while understanding their environmental impact. Suitable for both beginners and craft lovers, this interactive session blends hands-on fun with meaningful action. Leave with your own handmade accessory and the inspiration to upcycle in your daily life, one small step toward a greener future.
Snack Pack Weaving - Coaster
Participants learn to fold, interlock, and weave snack pack strips into colorful coasters. It’s a tactile, meditative process that blends recycling education with a take-home keepsake. Perfect for slow crafting and reflection on single-use packaging.
Duration: 90-180 minutes
Cost per Head: please enquire.
** Transportation charge applies if held outside Eco Plaza
Include
– Facilitator & Assistant(s)
– Processing Fees for Plastic Bags (Washing, Sorting, Cutting, Sanitizing)
– Equipment, Tool & Accessories
– 90% of the snack pack will be cut and folded by our community.
Snack Pack Weaving - Ketupat
Transform plastic waste into a festive, one-of-a-kind ketupat using colorful LDPE sheets! Participants will learn basic plastic types, safe handling of waste, and how to press plastic into flat, vibrant sheets. Then, using simple folding and weaving techniques, everyone will craft their own ketupat—perfect as a decoration, gift topper, or meaningful sustainability keepsake.
Plastilight
Transform discarded plastic bags into glowing lanterns! Participants will learn how to shape colorful LDPE plastic into creative lantern designs using simple wire frames. This hands-on session teaches about plastic waste, safe handling, and the beauty of giving waste a second life.
Sustainable Waste Workshops
Soap from Food Scraps
In our “Making Soap with Food Scraps” Food Waste Upcycling Workshop, participants learn to transform discarded food waste into high-quality, eco-friendly soap. This hands-on session raises awareness about the food waste issue in Malaysia while equipping you with practical skills to repurpose food scraps and reduce environmental impact. Join us to discover how sustainable practices can turn waste into a valuable resource.
Mosquito Repellent from Food Scraps
Our Food Waste Upcycling Workshops teach you how to transform food scraps into effective mosquito repellent, while raising awareness about Malaysia’s food waste issues. Learn practical techniques to repurpose discarded food and reduce environmental impact, turning waste into a sustainable solution. Join us to discover how small changes can make a big difference for public health and the planet.
Eco Friendly Scented (Tropical) Candle Making
In our Eco-Friendly Scented (Tropical) Candle Making Workshop, you’ll learn how to transform food waste into beautifully fragrant candles. This hands-on session raises awareness about Malaysia’s food waste issues and shares practical techniques for upcycling discarded food materials, reducing environmental impact, and creating a sustainable, tropical aroma experience.
Paper Bead Making
Our Paper Bead Making Workshop demonstrates how upcycling transforms waste into creative crafts. Participants learn to repurpose discarded materials into beautiful paper beads, aligning with our mission to reduce waste and promote sustainability. This hands-on session emphasizes resource reclamation and showcases the innovative ways waste can be given new life.
ReGlass & Grow
Give old jars, bottles, and glass containers a second life in this hands-on and eco-friendly workshop. Learn to create your own miniature terrariums filled with moss, succulents, and decorative elements, guided by our expert facilitators. Discover the joy of upcycling while exploring sustainable living practices and bringing a little green magic into your home. Perfect for beginners, plant lovers, and anyone looking to turn ordinary glass into extraordinary green art!
Glaz Craft
Give old glass a new life in this creative and eco-friendly workshop! Learn how to safely shred glass and mix it with cement to craft unique flower pots. Guided by our facilitators, you’ll explore upcycling as an art form while reflecting on waste reduction and sustainable living. Perfect for crafters, plant lovers, and anyone who wants to transform discarded glass into functional, beautiful planters.
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