Good News: Ex-Homeless Man Now Pays It Forward, And 6 Other Stories
July 7, 2023
As we reach the halfway point of 2023, it’s remarkable how time seems to slip away. This year has been a rollercoaster ride, with its
Category: Disabilities
Down Syndrome Children Are Being Left Behind in Malaysia’s Educational System
March 21, 2023
In 1998, Ng Kui Choo, a lecturer, was expecting her fourth child while juggling her doctoral studies[1]. With three children in tow, the high-achieving mother
Deaf Artist, Lim Anuar Shares His Voice Through Paintings
September 29, 2022
Born in Kuala Lumpur, Lim Anuar is known as an illustrator, artist and designer. Having been born deaf, he completed his early education at the
Deaf Culture: What You Need To Know When Communicating With A Deaf Person
August 9, 2022
The word ‘deaf’ is commonly associated with hearing loss or the state of someone’s audiological abilities. But deaf with a capital D or Deaf refers
Blind In A World That Relies Heavily On Vision: Malaysian Youth Shares Struggles In School And At Work
August 1, 2022
Suffering from or experiencing visual loss can easily affect the quality of one’s life. According to the World Health Organisation, around 1 billion people have
Dr Anthony, PhD Holder With 2 Masters Degrees Did Not Allow Deafness To Define Him, Instead, He Made It A Career And Cause
July 6, 2022
Dr Anthony Alexander Chong Vee Yee made the headlines in 2021 when he conferred a doctorate (PhD) in anthropology and sociology from Universiti Malaya (UM)[1].
Art for Good: 9 Notable Differently-Abled Artists In Malaysia
July 5, 2022
Some were born with it, some acquired disabilities after being through a tragic experience. As of 2017, the Department of Statistics Malaysia stated that there
Tamil Songbird Dedicates Her Life To Raising Her Autistic Child and Helms An NGO
April 12, 2022
Autism is a neurological disorder that affects brain function. Symptoms of this disorder are usually discovered within the first three to six years of life.
Can An Autistic Child In A Low Income Family Thrive?
March 23, 2022
In 2020, at least 20,000 children are with disabilities, including children with developmental delays such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD)[1]. The National Autism Society Of
This Organisation In Ipoh Has Trained Over 1,000 PwDs And Prepared Them For Job Placement
February 16, 2022
There is an increasing number of organisations rising to the challenge of providing employment for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in the Klang Valley area such