The World Indigenous Day celebrations traditionally see an amalgamation of a diverse range of indigenous (Orang Asal) cultures. This year's celebration, held in the Orang Asli village of Kampung Pian, Pahang, was no different. The organising of this national-level celebration was quite a feat, requiring the collaboration of many different groups of Orang Asli from across the country and in neighbouring villages. Celebrated on August 9 every year since it was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in...
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has been working with Indigenous communities in
Malaysia for over 15 years, assisting in advocacy training, documentation and welfare aid. She is also an accomplished photographer.