The New Poverty Line Index Explained
January 6, 2021
Just when things started looking up, the pandemic arrived and threw a wrench in just about every developmental plan laid out by the government. 2020
Debunking Four Myths Of Domestic Violence Among The Poor
January 6, 2021
Domestic violence is a global issue that stretches far beyond classification by socio-economic, cultural, racial and class distinctions. Usually, no one group specifically resonates with this behaviour, yet cases are often linked to those inhabiting urban poor domains. There are many myths circulating about the relationship between domestic violence and urban poverty. Here we challenge some of the most widely believed and deep rooted misconceptions.
Rethinking Poverty In A Multidimensional Way
January 6, 2021
Did you know that about 84.3% of multidimensionally poor people in the world can be found in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia? What does it
The Dark Side Of Urban Poverty
January 5, 2021
Watching movies such as ‘KL Gangster’ and ‘Abang Long Fadil’ growing up allowed many of us to take a look at the luxuries that come hand in hand with unethical practises in the city. Sex, drugs, alcohol are common gangster activities that we all know are bad, yet these drastic lifestyle measures can quickly become the golden ticket to an easy life, for those suffering in urban poverty.
7 Ways You Can Make Helping Others Your Resolution For 2021
January 4, 2021
2020 was a tough year, indeed. 2021 is here and resolutions are being made. Wiki Impact would like to encourage our readers to consider others
YB Yeo Bee Yin: From The Plantation To Possessing Political Powers For Malaysia’s Good
January 3, 2021
This Cambridge graduate went from growing up on an oil plantation, to being one of the most heard of and respected voices for the Malaysian people. Internationally celebrated for her efforts to bring the best out of her country, here are a few things you didn’t know about Yeo Bee Yin.
20 Fakta Tentang Kemiskinan Yang Kami Pelajari Di Tahun 2020
December 31, 2020
Inilah senarai 20 fakta yang kami pelajari mengenai kemiskinan di Malaysia pada tahun 2020.
Memusnahkan Stigma Kemiskinan Haid
December 30, 2020
Adalah dianggarkan bahawa setiap hari, 800 juta wanita di seluruh dunia sedang mengalami haid.[1] Kebanyakan wanita mengalami haid lebih daripada 30 tahun, yang bermula pada
20 Facts We Learned About Poverty In Malaysia In 2020
December 30, 2020
Here’s our list of 20 things we learned about poverty in Malaysia in 2020. It’s a mix of good, bad, ugly, revealing and shocking facts and stories.
Meet Francisca James, Miss Universe Malaysia 2020. She Shares The Significance Of Education And How It Saved Her Village
December 29, 2020
Now crowned Miss Universe Malaysia 2020, Francisca Luhong James is excited to represent her country at the illustrious Miss Universe pageant. In our interview, she admitted that she felt a sense of responsibility to bring more attention to Malaysia, as well as to spread awareness about the indigenous tribes here.