The Transformation of Kg. Bukit Biru, Jan 10, 2023
Ever wondered what Global Peace Foundation Malaysia’s work entails?
December Good News, Dec 16, 2022
With the end of the year approaching, we’re making sure you’re being kept in the loop with the many events and happenings.
In Case You Missed it, Nov 3, 2022
From celebrating OA women to starting a new programme for OA youth, it’s been a busy month of creating long-lasting impact for the underserved OA community.
Take a Syntropic Farm Tour with Us, Sept 2, 2022
Ever wondered what a syntropic farm entails? Let us show you.
We’re Celebrating This Month!, Aug 17, 2022
On the 9th of August 2022, the Orang Asli communities celebrated the International Day of Indigenous Peoples, or more commonly known to them as, Hari Orang Asal Sedunia.
Creating a Network of Syntropic Farmers, Aug 3, 2022
Just like the network of roots in the soil, the Program Jaringan Akar event successfully created a network of syntropic farmers to exchange information, experiences and solutions with one another.
Why Syntropic Farming?, July 18, 2022
The OA villagers who have started Syntropic Farming are starting to reap its benefits. Watch our latest video to find out more on why Global Peace introduced this method of farming to the OA community.
The Importance of Access to Sanitation, June 1, 2022
Did you know that there are communities in Malaysia without access to a washroom?
A Gamechanger for OA Farmers, April 29, 2022
We’re celebrating Earth month by highlighting our biggest project yet, which will help our OA farmers re-grow their lost forests!
Plant Seeds of Hope with Us, April 1, 2022
Watch what our first batch of volunteers for the year got up to and how you can join us next time too.
Empowering OA Children Through Education, Feb 28, 2022
Here’s what the teachers and parents of Mobile School students have to say about the programme.
How We Improve Access to Sanitation, Nov 17, 2021
Imagine having to walk long distances in the rain or dark to find a quiet place in the forest to defecate. This is the reality for many Orang Asli villagers.
How We Address Energy Poverty in OA Villages, Oct 26, 2021
Many Orang Asli villagers have had to rely on diesel lamps or burning kernel seeds to illuminate their homes at night – here’s how we help them.
Fostering the Cultural Identity of Orang Asli, Sept 28, 2021
The Rumah Adat signifies the cultural identity of the Orang Asli and is a communal space for villagers to strengthen cohesion and hold community gatherings and village enterprise.
How Solar Lights Brighten Lives, July 28, 2021
Imagine having to take care of your family and carry out household chores in a pitch-dark surrounding. With little to no access to electricity, this is the reality for many Orang Asli (OA) women.
Making Food Farming Possible, June 3, 2021
Within a mere six months of training, many villagers have expressed greater knowledge in sustainable farming and have even harvested many of their vegetables and fruits for consumption!
Bridging the Learning Gap For Orang Asli Children, March 15, 2021
A huge congratulations to the students from Kg. Teraling, Kg. Terubing and Kg. Petoh for completing their pre-school lessons at the Mobile School!
Building Security Through Food Farming, Feb 10, 2021
To help Orang Asli overcome barriers to farming, the OA-Eco Farm programme provides training, coaching and subsidy to ensure every Orang Asli family can grow and sustain their own vegetable farm.
Help Improve Sanitation and Hygiene of Orang Asli Families, January 14, 2021
As of January 8th, 2021, we have successfully raised RM30k to provide 4 toilet stalls and 2 shower rooms in Kg. Binjai and Kg. Teraling! Together, we can break the cycle of water poverty, disease and hardship.
Why Education Matters, Dec 1, 2020
Listen to the Orang Asli villagers share their stories on why it is important to improve basic literacy, numeracy and life skills for Orang Asli children.
Why Sanitation is More Important Than Ever, Nov 13, 2020
Help us improve access to sanitation facilities by providing 4 toilet stalls and 2 shower rooms to the villagers of Kg. Binjai and Kg. Teraling. Donate today to The Washroom Project.
How Energy Poverty Impacts Orang Asli, Sep 30, 2020
Sakura’s story emphasizes how an obstacle to basic needs such as electricity can build up to affect other fundamental needs such as healthcare and education.
International Forum on One Korea, Aug 14, 2020
This international forum convenes prominent leaders from Korea and the global community to examine the new circumstances, identify new opportunities and develop a more specific roadmap for a free and unified Korea.
Orang Asli Bersuara– Orang Asli Children: Identity and Hope for the Future, Aug 4, 2020
This webinar brings together the voices of the Orang Asli community as they share about the identity and hope for the future of Orang Asli children.
Orang Asli Bersuara– Facing Post-MCO Challenges, June 8, 2020
This webinar brings together three distinguished Orang Asli leaders to give their take on facing post-MCO challenges for the Orang Asli community.
Urgent Food Relief for Orang Asli Communities – April 6, 2020
The on-going Movement Control Order (MCO) has acutely affected the livelihood of OA communities. With incomes cut off, many are in dire need of food relief. As such, we are looking to fundraise RM50,000 to provide food relief for 1,000 OA families.
Our First Solar Charging Station Project – Nov 15, 2019
Our pilot solar charging station project makes it more accessible to charge mobiles and electronic devices for energy-poor communities.
This Rural Women Day, Get to Know the Stories of Orang Asli Women – Oct 16, 2019
These are stories of four Orang Asli women’s – Diyana, Sabiah, Norisah, and Surayati – burden that they carry and sacrifices they make for the sake of their children and community.
Pak Long on Robert Kuok and His Love for Reading – Sep 13, 2019
We spent an evening with Pak Long and his wife, Jasmee, and learned more about his family, Malaysia’s history, and his love for reading.
These Orang Asli Work and Live in a Landfill – Aug 13, 2019
We spent a few days with a community of Orang Asli working in a landfill as scavengers.
Orang Asli Youths Experience Their Dream Jobs at KidZania – Jun 21, 2019
We brought 21 Orang Asli youths ranging from 8-17 years old from Hulu Chemperuh, Janda Baik on a day outing to KidZania Kuala Lumpur.
Orang Asli Parents Spend RM200 a Month Buying Water for Sick Baby – Jun 10, 2019
Puteri looks smaller than other 10-month olds, she has not learned to sit up or crawl yet, barely makes a sound unless it is to cry, and is lethargic most of the time.
Beacon of Hope for Energy-Starved Village – May 8, 2019
The Solar for Sion project brings a ray of hope to the villagers who have struggled for years with energy poverty.
Pak Long’s Story: Returning to Asli Life – Mar 15, 2019
We interviewed Pak Long to find out why he chose to stay in a village without water or electricity after living in the city for close to 43 years.
What We Did in 2018 – Mar 1, 2019
Here’s a look at what we achieved in 2018.
Youths of Today, Future of Tomorrow – Feb 22, 2019
We launched Midnight Football in Sarawak, a year-long character-building programme that aims to empower less-advantaged youth through football and leadership training.
31 Rural Villages Now Have Access to Clean Water – Jan 7, 2019
In 2018, we worked with 29 Orang Asli villages in Pahang and Perak, and 2 villages in Sarawak to alleviate water poverty in their communities.
Happy Holidays and See You in 2019! – Dec 24, 2018
As 2018 draws to a close, we would like to take this chance to thank you for your continuous support and advocacy of the rights and welfare of underprivileged communities and at-risk youths.
These Youths are Changemakers ✊ – Dec 15, 2018
Through the camp, these Sarawakian youths not only discovered more about themselves, but also about others, which is the first step towards cultivating a peaceful environment and becoming a moral leader.
Life Without Electricity: Surayati’s Story – Oct 31, 2018
Blanketed by darkness, Surayati contemplates why her life has remained unchanged and what other uncertainties the future will bring.
Global Handwashing Day – Oct 15, 2018
Global Handwashing Day is observed every year on Oct 15 to spread awareness “about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.”
What Orang Asli Women Go Through to Fetch Water – Oct 3, 2018
Water poverty is an everyday peril to the community but for the women tasked with fetching water, it is a threat that is slowly eroding their identity as an orang asli, a mother, and a woman.