Squatters and Squatting in Malaysia: A Hidden Housing Crisis
June 20, 2025
We often take it for granted: a roof over our heads, walls that keep out the heat and rain, and a place to return to
Category: Homelessness
Faiz Qayyuum: Ex-Troubled Teen Turned Activist Helping The Marginalised
September 30, 2022
Faiz Qayyuum Abdul Majid knows a thing or two about giving second chances to those who need them the most. His colourful past involved befriending
6 Amazing Chefs With A Humbling Backstory That Will Inspire You
September 21, 2022
Having faced different challenges throughout their lives, they all worked to the best of their abilities to reach where they stand today. For some, they
Abandoned But Not Forgotten: How Senior Citizens On The Streets Are Helped By Changemakers
September 1, 2022
Behind all the skyscrapers and alluring constructions submerging the numerous cities within the country lies another story once it is unveiled. 90% of the homeless
Former Tour Guide Who Lost Her Job During The Pandemic Now Feeds The Poor And Homeless
July 19, 2022
Since 2019, the global pandemic has left many Malaysians in dire situations. Jobs were lost, businesses were shut, and the rakyat was left to fend
A Rookie Volunteer’s Experience At Pit Stop Community Cafe Serving Street Clients
May 24, 2022
The Pasar Seni or Central Market in Kuala Lumpur is brimming with history and in recent years has seen an increase in hipster cafes nestled
Homeless Community In Malaysia: 3 Ways The Homeless Get Access To Water
April 20, 2022
It is so easy to take for granted the effortless attempt to get access to the most precious natural resource in the world – water.
Closer Look: Unintended Consequences Of Helping During Ramadan
April 18, 2022
In a month that teaches moderation, Alam Flora cleared out 33,000 tonnes of food waste during Ramadan in 2021[1]. Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing
Some Ex-Convicts Find It Easier In Prison Than In The Real World: A Closer Look Into Recidivism In Malaysia
March 28, 2022
Malaysia recorded a recidivism rate of 8% in 2017. This means that only 8% of offenders after being released from prison return behind bars due
Uncle Amran’s Been Living On The Streets For 50 Years. Here’s What He Has To Say About Being Homeless
March 21, 2022
For almost 50 years, Uncle Amran’s home has been the streets. From years of hopping between Johor, Penang and Ipoh, he once resided on the