A Somali Refugee’s Journey of Survival and Hope in Malaysia

Somali refugee who came to Malaysia alone after the civil war, navigating the challenges of survival, employment, and family separation. She teaches mathematics, runs a beauty salon, and dreams of empowering other refugee women.

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From Lawyer to Dancing Star: Zukhairi Ahmad’s Journey to the Performing Arts

Once a corporate lawyer, who followed his passion for the performing arts. Despite family struggles, Zukhairi made the bold decision to quit his legal career and pursue musical theatre, achieving success in shows like “Puteri Gunung Ledang” and “OlaBola.”

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From Cleaner to Graduate: Afiq’s Inspiring Journey from Kampung to the UK

A young man who overcame challenges, worked as a cleaner in the UK, and funded his parents’ first-ever flight to attend his graduation. An inspiring tale of perseverance and gratitude from Humans of Kuala Lumpur.

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Surviving Cancer and Amputation: A Journey of Resilience and Hope

Discover the inspiring story of a young cancer survivor who overcame bone and lung cancer, amputation, and countless challenges with positivity, strength, and determination. A story of resilience from Humans of Kuala Lumpur.

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Ahmad Nizam: A Journey of Resilience and Independence

Meet Ahmad Nizam, a wheelchair-bound entrepreneur who overcame challenges to run a stall at KL Sentral. His story inspires resilience, independence, and kindness in Malaysia.

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Bringing Ballet to Life in Malaysia through Choreography and Storytelling – Ross Freddie Ray

Growing up, I often struggled with self-doubt, feeling like I didn’t belong. I was always trying to meet other people’s expectations, but never really discovering who I was. Choreography gave me the chance to express myself honestly through movement. It allowed me to tell stories without words—something I’ve always loved doing. From a young age, I had a vivid imagination. I used to visualize entire football games in my head during flights—every detail, every moment. Now, when I choreograph, I still do the same thing. I picture the entire production in my mind, running through it repeatedly, and when I’m creating, I get lost in that world.

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