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“Energy and persistence conquer all things.” This quote by Benjamin Franklin resonates well with those who are faced with challenges yet managed to overcome them through the sheer persistence and determination they have within themselves. No community demonstrates this better than persons with disabilities (PWDs) especially in challenging times like this, and with the country battling an economic downturn. The food and...
Contrary to popular belief, there are more people with disabilities living amongst us than you think. The World Development Report, by the World Bank, reported that one billion people (15% of the world’s population) have some form of disability. In Malaysia, the number of registered PWD with the Social Welfare Department in 2017 was 453,258. Out of this number, 35.2% are physically disabled. Given that the pandemic has affected...
Self-employment is something persons with disabilities (PWDs) could consider. The lack of employment opportunities notwithstanding, it may just pay off handsomely, as attested by Mohd Sukur Ibrahim, who hails from Sungai Udang in Melaka. Mohd Sukur is the recipient of numerous awards including Best Person With Disability (PWD) Award (Entrepreneur Category) at the National PWD celebration 2014 and Reader’s Digest Inspiring Asian...
KUALA LUMPUR: Melaka Umno Liaison Committee deputy chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Mohamad and television personality Ras Adiba Radzi were sworn in as senators at Dewan Negara here today before the Senate President Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran. Both of them were appointed for the first time for a period of three years. Mohd Ali, 56, whose appointment took effect on May 11, will be representing Melaka in the Senate, while Ras Adiba, 51, who is...