{"id":1169,"date":"2025-01-25T19:20:15","date_gmt":"2025-01-25T19:20:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/?p=1169"},"modified":"2025-01-25T19:21:02","modified_gmt":"2025-01-25T19:21:02","slug":"empowering-the-indigenous-community-at-kampung-orang-asli-paya-bungor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/2025\/01\/25\/empowering-the-indigenous-community-at-kampung-orang-asli-paya-bungor\/","title":{"rendered":"Empowering the Indigenous Community at Kampung Orang Asli Paya Bungor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"877\" height=\"439\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image.png 877w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 877px) 100vw, 877px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We are thrilled to share the success of the <strong>Indigenous Community Empowerment Program<\/strong> held at <strong>Kampung Orang Asli Paya Bungor, Kuantan, Pahang<\/strong>, on <strong>18th and 19th January 2025<\/strong>. This two-day event was a collaborative effort to support and uplift the Semoq Beri and Jakun communities, with the participation of 54 students and 3 staff members from CFS IIUM Gambang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 1: Training of Trainers and Gotong Royong<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The program kicked off with a <strong>Training of Trainers<\/strong> session conducted by Br. Izdihar Ishak and Tn. Hj. Mahadi Bin Deraman from PERKIM Kuantan. The session equipped our students with the necessary skills to engage effectively with the Orang Asli community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"368\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-4.png 368w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-4-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-4-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 368px) 100vw, 368px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-7.png 670w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-7-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-7-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"699\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-8.png 699w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-8-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-8-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-8-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the training, our team participated in a <strong>gotong royong<\/strong> session to prepare the village for the next day&#8217;s activities. We helped set up tents, cleaned the Balai Raya and surrounding areas, and arranged tables and chairs for the upcoming events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"829\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-1.png 829w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-1-16x12.png 16w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-1-500x375.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 829px) 100vw, 829px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 2: Engaging with the Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The second day was packed with activities designed to foster connection, motivation, and cultural exchange. Our team prepared and served meals for approximately 370 villagers, ensuring everyone was well-fed and cared for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"913\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-2.png 913w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-2-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-2-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 913px) 100vw, 913px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"923\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-3.png 923w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-3-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-3-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 923px) 100vw, 923px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We also visited the villagers at their homes to better understand their needs and invite them to join the day&#8217;s activities. This personal interaction was crucial in building trust and rapport with the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"889\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-9.png 889w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-9-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-9-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-9-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 889px) 100vw, 889px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Motivation and Cultural Activities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>Motivation Program<\/strong> was conducted to encourage Orang Asli students to value education. Through games and interactive activities, we aimed to inspire a love for learning among the younger generation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1180\" width=\"580\" height=\"326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-10.png 889w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-10-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-10-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-10-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"891\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-11.png 891w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-11-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-11-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-11-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 891px) 100vw, 891px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To celebrate and revive traditional practices, we organized a <strong>Blow Pipe Competition (Menyumpit)<\/strong> and introduced an <strong>Archery Competition<\/strong>, both of which received enthusiastic participation from the villagers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-6\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-15-576x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-15-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-15-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-15-7x12.png 7w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-15.png 626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-12.png 912w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-12-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-12-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-12-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Other activities included a <strong>Colouring Competition<\/strong>, <strong>Weaving Demonstration<\/strong>, <strong>Sepak Takraw Competition<\/strong>, and <strong>Congkak Competition<\/strong>, all of which highlighted the rich cultural heritage of the Orang Asli community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-10\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"532\" height=\"947\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-17.png 532w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-17-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-17-7x12.png 7w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 532px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"893\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18.png 893w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-18-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 893px) 100vw, 893px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-16.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-16.png 737w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-16-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-16-16x12.png 16w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-16-500x375.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spiritual and Closing Ceremony<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The program also included spiritual activities such as an <strong>Ablution Session<\/strong>, <strong>Congregation Prayers<\/strong>, and a <strong>Tazkirah on Cleanliness<\/strong> at the surau. These moments of reflection and community prayer were deeply meaningful for the Muslim villagers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-13\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-19.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-19.png 533w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-19-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-19-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-20.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-20.png 767w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-20-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-20-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-20-480x270.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The event concluded with a <strong>Closing Ceremony<\/strong>, where tokens of appreciation were presented to <strong>Tok Batin Deraman<\/strong> and <strong>Head Village Tok Jonni<\/strong> for their support and leadership. Food baskets, goodie bags, and pre-loved items were distributed to all villagers, ensuring that everyone left with something valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"802\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-21.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-21.png 802w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-21-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-21-16x12.png 16w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-21-500x375.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 802px) 100vw, 802px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"757\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-22.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-22.png 757w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-22-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-22-16x12.png 16w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-22-500x375.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 757px) 100vw, 757px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Successful and Meaningful Event<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alhamdulillah, the program was a resounding success, thanks to the active participation of the villagers and the dedication of our team. We look forward to organizing more impactful initiatives in the future to continue supporting the Orang Asli community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-23.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-23.png 790w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-23-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-23-16x12.png 16w, https:\/\/flagship.iium.edu.my\/jungle-school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/01\/image-23-500x375.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s continue to work together to empower and uplift indigenous communities! \ud83c\udf3f\ud83d\udcaa<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are thrilled to share the success of the Indigenous Community Empowerment Program held at Kampung Orang Asli Paya Bungor, Kuantan, Pahang, on 18th and 19th January 2025. 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