Five young Malaysian leaders, handpicked by the Australian High Commission, kick started their tour to Australia with a visit to the Sydney Swans at the iconic SCG on Monday morning.

As part of the Muslim Young Leaders Program, an initiative designed to foster understanding about the economic and social benefits of multiculturalism, the participants toured the Swans facilities before receiving a quick introduction into Australian Football. 

In conjunction with AFL NSW/ACT, the Swans took the opportunity to discuss cultural diversity in football and the Club’s community outreach program before watching the players in action during training.

The visit finished with a few photos and a kick of the Sherrin.

Shakirah Rahman, an advocate for protecting children against child abuse who was selected for the program, said it was a hugely beneficial experience.

“It would expose us to Australia, the culture, exchange of ideas,” Rahman said on SBS World News.

“Much like Australia, Malaysia is very racially diverse so perhaps what we can take away from this is to empower ourselves and to create more diversity and to make that centre of community more meaningful.”