2025: Global Peace Volunteer #11 Kuala Lipis, Pahang | 22–28 August 2025 Would you spend a week deep in the forest without electricity, signal, not to mention soft beds? (If that sounds like a journey you’d love to be on, don’t miss our next volunteer call-out) That’s exactly what 10 Global Peace Volunteers (GPV) signed…
Celebrating Orang Asli heritage and environment Rompin, Pahang | 29–30 August 2025 Not many people are aware that 9 August is recognised internationally as the Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. It has been observed for more than thirty years, yet in Peninsular Malaysia the date often passes quietly. This stands in contrast to Sabah…
How the Malaysia–UN SDG Trust Fund helped scale up our chicken farming project. Muadzam Shah | August 26, 2025 The rain poured steadily on zinc roofs as chickens clucked in excitement, waiting to be fed, a lively and familiar scene in Kg Jong, Rompin. Yet the downpour did nothing to dampen the spirits of the…
This year’s Mobile School excursion took us away from concrete buildings and electronic screens and into a setting where heritage, and community were the teachers. Instead of visiting museums or city landmarks, we travelled by four-wheel drive into Kampung Peta, the entrance to Taman Negara Endau-Rompin Johor, one of Malaysia’s most significant conservation areas. Over…
Oh yeah! here we go! From the heart of Pahang to the Kuala Lumpur, this was no ordinary trip. Over 5 days and 4 nights, 23 of our Orang Asli youth embarked on a powerful, eye-opening adventure as part of the very first OA LEAD Exposure trip! And through it all, our youth showed up…
Volunteering is a crucial aspect of modern society, offering numerous benefits such as engaging with society, pursuing interests, and promoting charitable causes. It provides networking opportunities and valuable skills, and can significantly impact others’ lives, fostering purpose and satisfaction. Beyond immediate impact, volunteering fosters social, career, and personal growth, strengthening community bonds and fostering shared…
Why is Regenerative Agriculture needed ? Regenerative agriculture is a comprehensive practice that restores ecosystems and boosts productivity, offering a crucial solution. With methods differing from those of conventional agriculture, regenerative farming techniques like syntropic farming and organic farming align with the traditional knowledge of the Orang Asli, enhancing biodiversity and enhancing soil health. By…
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plays a crucial role in empowering Orang Asli communities for sustainable development. These initiatives can focus on basic needs, education, healthcare and economic opportunities, all while ensuring respect for the communities’ cultural heritage and traditions. By partnering with local organizations, corporations can create tailored programs that foster community resilience and ownership.…