Daniel Lee Bin Abdullah Single father of two, MyTeksi driver, Malaysian, understanding man Lee, one of the most common Chinese surname, but for Daniel, his full name is Daniel Lee bin Abdullah. The transformation of his name could be perceived to have changed his life quite a lot, but to Daniel, Chinese or Malay, we…
My First Visit To Kampung Ulu Geroh Going HOME to Gopeng was an eye-opening experience for me as it was my very first visit to an Orang Asli village. My first impression of the community service was an adventurous one as I did not know what to expect from the trip and being an outdoor…
Connection From Scratch of a Smile It was a bright cold day and the mosquitoes were vicious. The village seemed empty as everyone was hiding in their homes, children were peeking out of their windows intrigued about our arrival, and timidly the adults came out. “Chicken ! Chicken ! Chicken !” yelled Amy as she…
Children Make Best Teachers Going HOME to Gopeng is another program extended from community engagement area of the Global Peace Foundation (Malaysia), Going HOME, with the “HOME” an acronym for, “Help”, “Organise”, “Mobilise” and “Empower”. It was the first time we went to Kampong Ulu Geroh with an extended mission. Global Peace Volunteers are ready…
Somebody to Lean On Day 1 On the way driving to Gopeng, from the sights of tall buildings in the city of Kuala Lumpur, the view from the window changed to the greens of tall trees and hill tops and mountains. Away from the city, all you can see are houses made out of woods.…
A Morning in Kampung Chemperoh. Janda Baik is set amidst a small valley bounded by thick rainforest laced together with picturesque streams and cool rushing brooks of waterfalls. Janda Baik has grown in popularity among visitors seeking a quick escape into the cooling weather and natural surroundings from the urban heat and activity. Janda Baik…
People Matter, So Does Love Volunteerism is the attempt to do things following your heart without resents. Community service is more than taking part in an event and doing chores but to understand and connect with the people. Global Peace Volunteers Camp emphasize on connection and relationship building amongst people It is a bridge from…
Nenek Khadijah It was 14th June 2015. Sunday morning while we were still all cozy tucked up in bed, in this Malay village, Janda Baik, Nenek Khadijah was sitting on her wheelchair right by the front door for the whole morning with her son Pak Jamil, looking forward for the Global Peace Volunteers to visit…