Vantage Foundation and Teach For Malaysia collaborate to empower indigenous children through education

Vantage Foundation and Teach For Malaysia Join Forces to Empower Indigenous Children Through Education

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2024 /CNW/ — Vantage Foundation has proudly announced its partnership with Teach For Malaysia (TFM) to empower indigenous Orang Asli communities in Malaysia through education. This collaboration aims to address the invisible challenges faced by marginalized communities worldwide.

Vantage Foundation will provide strategic support to TFM’s initiatives focusing on the educational obstacles of Orang Asli students, with the goal of raising awareness and empowering them to achieve their full potential.

Steven Xie, Executive Director of Vantage Foundation, expressed, “Our partnership with Teach For Malaysia underscores our dedication to inclusive education and empowering marginalized communities, particularly the Orang Asli, to thrive.”

TFM’s expertise in recruiting, training, and supporting teachers aligns perfectly with Vantage Foundation’s mission of promoting social mobility and inclusive education. Together, they seek to dismantle systemic barriers and uplift the Orang Asli community.

Fam Li Ying, Director of Growth at Teach For Malaysia, stated, “We’re excited to collaborate with Vantage Foundation to empower our children through education. Together, we aspire to ensure that all children in Malaysia have access to quality education.”

One inspiring example is Shawn Stanly, a teacher at a school in Banun, who uses innovative teaching methods to create an immersive learning environment where imagination flourishes and dreams take shape. Shawn’s dedication to empowering Orang Asli communities through education is evident in his creative approach to teaching.

The partnership between Vantage Foundation and Teach For Malaysia marks a significant step towards educational equity and social justice in Malaysia. Through their combined efforts and expertise, they aim to transform the lives of Orang Asal students nationwide.

For more information about Teach For Malaysia’s initiatives, visit https://teachformalaysia.org/.