Desiree Kaur

Desiree Kaur

Historic Decision on PWD Rights in Malaysia

The Persons with Disabilities (PWD) or Orang Kurang Upaya (OKU) community of Malaysia applauds Justice Quay Chew Soon for his historic 16 January 2025 decision on OKU right to freedom from discrimination in employment. This decision upholds the constitutional right of all Malaysians under art. 8 (1) of the Federal Constitution, regardless of ability, to seek public sector employment.

What is Executive Functioning?

Executive functioning refers to a set of cognitive processes that enable individuals to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, juggle multiple tasks, and manage time effectively. These skills are crucial for goal-directed behavior and are often considered the brain’s control center, helping us navigate daily life and respond appropriately to various situations

KIWANIS MALAYSIA ACADEMY CHAMPIONS NEURODIVERGENT EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITIES AT ITS 4TH SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS SYMPOSIUM 2024

The 4th SEN Symposium, held on 16 November 2024 at the Royale Chulan Damanara, in conjunction with Kiwanis Malaysia's ongoing commitment to inclusivity, welcomed a distinguished lineup of guests. Among the honored attendees were the Guest of Honor, Dr. Hjh Yatela Zainal Abidin from Yayasan Sime Darby, Mama Kiwanis Puan Sri Christine Khir Johari, Chairman of the Kiwanis Khir Johari Foundation, Dato’ Stewart LaBrooy, Chairman of Kiwanis Malaysia Academy, Advisor Dato’ Fatimah Saad, and Organizing Chairman Miss Desiree Kaur, alongside Kiwanis Malaysia District Governor, Ms. Olivia Chin. The event was well attended with some 180 participants consisting parents, centre operators,
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