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ASKA Gesir is located in Kampung Gesir Tengah, Hulu Bernam. It is a moderately-sized house contributed by YB Dato' Zainal Abidin Hj. Sakom, the Chairman of YBK. Selected students in primary school age (9 to 12 years old) are placed in this lodging and attend the nearby school, Sekolah Kebangsaan Gesir. Upon completion of the primary level, the students will continue their studies in Asrama Kasih YBK Serendah.
The accommodation, food, academic-related expenses, transportation and religious lessons for the students are fully funded by YBK. ASKA Gesir is managed by a Principal and assisted by two (2) workers. Students will undergo careful supervision and discipline to ensure they did well in the academics as well as other areas of life.
Selection of the students is done annually from specialized channels such as schools, suggestion from YBK volunteers or other trusted channels. All candidates will undergo assessment based on family profile (income per capita, no. of household), acceptable academic performance (examination results and IQ Test), status of the students (priority will be given to orphan). The family of the shortlisted candidates will also being interviewed by YBK.