A New Generation Of Indigenous Malaysians Is Leading the Way
August 8, 2026
Every year on 9 August, the world marks the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, recognising the diverse cultures and histories of indigenous communities
Category: Orang Asli
138 Languages, 80% Endangered: Who Will Keep Malaysia’s Native Tongues Alive?
November 25, 2025
On a humid Friday evening in Melaka, a living room hums with the rhythm of a fading tongue. Plastic chairs line the tiled floor as
7 Indigenous Changemakers And The Stories They Don’t Tell You In School
August 1, 2025
Malaysia is home to diverse Indigenous communities, each rich in language, culture, and tradition. Yet for many Orang Asli and Orang Asal youths, life often
From Forest To Classroom: How Rumah Baca Is Cultivating The Next Generation Of Indigenous Conservation Leaders
May 30, 2025
Deep in the heart of Royal Belum State Park, where ancient trees whisper stories and tiger tracks mark the forest floor, a quiet revolution in
Komuniti Orang Asli Di Barisan Hadapan Dalam Memerangi Perubahan Iklim
December 2, 2024
Orang Asli (OA) atau “penduduk asal” sering dipinggirkan dalam usaha menangani ancaman perubahan iklim di Malaysia. Malah, mereka dan suku kaum asli lain di Malaysia
From Prison Cells To Public Scorn: 8 Malaysian Activists Fighting For A Better Tomorrow
September 5, 2024
Imagine banners with big, bold red letters, road closures, and megaphones blaring in the streets—activism often conjures a controversial image. Yet, being an activist means
5 Lawyers Practicing Legal Compassion And Upholding Social Justice
June 22, 2024
The legal profession often attracts ire, lawyers are often stereotyped as having one foot in hell due to the contentious nature of their work, constantly
Ronnie Bahari: Orang Asli Activist Breaking Stereotypes Through Art and Photography
June 10, 2023
I am Ronnie Bahari, a Temuan-Semai man, father of three, and a custodian of Orang Asli culture. – Ronnie Bahari A proud Orang Asli hailing from
The Last Of The Batek Tribe: A Generation Of Forest Stewards 
October 23, 2022
In May 2019, the Batek of Kuala Koh was blighted by a mysterious illness that they purport to have originated from the polluted runoff of
8 Powerhouse Orang Asli Women Who Have Gone Against The Tide To Achieve Success
October 12, 2022
According to data from 2019, the Orang Asli (OA) population amounts to 210,611 within Peninsular Malaysia, comprising 18 tribes and each possessing its own unique