Corporations, capitalism and their occupation of social responsibility

I recall the time when I went to Petronas with my former colleague to explore a partnership, a hopeful project for most-at-risk young people in several states. We needed funds and resources to move the project, yet the culture of technical support in Malaysia consist of incredible, boring meetings where social workers are required to […]

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Dreaming about the past, a remembrance of loss

She woke up from her slumber, rubbing her forehead at the nagging headache. She does not mind the cold hard pavement as her bed; after all, she has been homeless for the past 3 years, living on the streets and begging for food. The city, with it’s towering monuments and buildings, has been her home; […]

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Flash your uni degree, bask in your vanity & arrogance

It amusing to see folks, regardless of age and gender, flashing their doctorate, that flashy PhDs, and their numerous educational qualification. They readily do this to assert authority, to prove a point, to boost their self-esteem, or merely a good opportunity to increase their profile. What is the value of your education when your behaviour […]

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Nature dictates the pace of society, with little success

Rain falls heavily during this time, reminding me that there is more in Malaysia than the merciless fury of the monsoon season, spiralling debates that threatens political-suicide, and a growing apathy in a stagnant society. Nature, ensures that Malaysians remember this, though after the storm, society swiftly goes back twirling our thumbs. A cycle that […]

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Homeless people wandering through the streets of Bangkok

When I was doing my relief work in a partially flooded-Bangkok, I met a homeless elderly woman sitting on a bench at 4:17 am. Her two heavy sacks was filled with dirty clothes, her face was masked with pure exhaustion, and she fiddled with an empty bottle. I offered her my flask, but she graciously […]

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A flawed-hero is at the mercy of society. Why?

Many times a flawed-hero staggers, stumbles, and sometimes that stumble causes a fall. Unfortunately for her, most societies do not want to understand the concept of forgiveness or even redemption. When a hero falls, she is judged by society on a moral perspective. She would not have a chance to prove herself on her commitment, […]

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