“Ariel was once our student but stopped school last year. About three months ago, I met Ariel and his mother at the Indonesian Embassy. Ariel recognised me immediately and came over to greet me. He and his mother were distressed because they had been scammed. They were supposed to collect
Jun69-year-old Jun first came to Malaysia in 1998 after separating from her husband. With two young children to support, she left her home country in search of work and a better future for her family. She worked tirelessly, first as a domestic helper, then in restaurants, later as a cleaner,
When I first walked into ElShaddai Refugee Learning Centre, I was a student full of hope,fear, and big dreams that I was even scared to say out loud. I was a young refugee looking for education and also for a place where I could feel safe and accepted. What I
“Studying at ElShaddai has changed my life in many ways. When I first came here, I felt nervous and insecure about myself. As a refugee, going to school was not easy, and I often worried about my future. At ElShaddai, I found more than just a school; I found a
The Excel Cultural Day Celebration, held at our Excel Learning Centre building, was a vibrant showcase of unity, talent, and diversity. Our students opened the doors for people outside the school to come in and experience the colourful performances, cultural exhibitions, and delicious food stalls they had worked hard to
My dream is to become a lawyer. ElShaddai Centre is helping me reach my goal by providing excellent teachers at the school. What strengthens me is knowing that there are people whose lives are more difficult than mine. I am grateful that I can still help others despite my challenges.
I don’t remember the exact details, but in 2021 I started teaching Rohingya kids and stateless Indonesian kids in a community centre. The centre had kids but not enough teachers in English, Science and Math. So they approach ElShaddai Centre for teachers to teach these subjects. My wife and myself
25 October 2024, I accompanied Cikgu Nur to Hospital Queen Elizabeth 2 as she had a cardiac appointment (2nd follow-up session). On the way we went to the hospital, I told her that, I prayed that this would be the last time she had a Cardiac appointment. She told me
My name is Sofia, I’m originally from Myanmar. I arrived in Malaysia in 2013. After completing primary education at various schools, I faced the challenge of looking for a suitable secondary school. The options were either too far or too expensive. I temporarily paused my studies until last year. Then
Shalmar, my journey with ElShaddai Centre I am Shalmar from Myanmar. My journey with ElShaddai Centre started when I was enrolled in Year 6 at Prime. Prior to joining ElShaddai Centre, I was studying at a Refugee School which offers education up to level 6. At that school, it required
Help the marginalized and displaced families to rebuild their lives. The effect of the pandemic has been devastating for our whole society, especially to the most vulnerable among us. The families ElShaddai Centre work with are now seeking to rebuild their lives with dignity.
