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Predictors of Youth Voluntary Participation in Urban Agriculture Programme in Malaysia: A Review

Neda Tiraieyari, Azimi Hamzah

Modern Applied Science

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University Putra Malaysia (UPM) introduces urban agriculture programs for urban residents and trains student volunteers to support program implementation. This paper reviews existing literature on factors predicting voluntary participation among young students and proposes a conceptual model for program developers to promote youth voluntary participation. Research is recommended to predict factors influencing UPM students' voluntary participation in the urban agriculture program, and further research is also recommended to explore how program planners can overcome potential barriers to student participation.