A day in the life of the visually impaired
Although they cannot see, many continue to live normal and independent lives, holding down desk jobs and enjoying indoor activities as well as sports.
Listen to our voice, a plea from the disabled community
They want to be independent but require government assistance in order to get started.
Go a mile in our wheelchairs: A message from the disabled community
Many began life as able-bodied people but met with accidents or illnesses along the way.
Embracing life from a wheelchair
The story of two individuals who do what they can to continue living life to the fullest despite their disabilities.
‘I keep on praying’: a mother’s decades-long struggle with a special needs child
Paridah Muhammad is determined to continue doing her best for her daughter, who was born with Down's syndrome and recently suffered a stroke.
Only 33% of disabled people registered for vaccination so far
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Rina Harun says efforts must be increased to help them register for vaccination.
Lost in translation no more
With fewer than 100 registered sign language interpretors in the country, communication can be a challenge for the deaf and the mute. But the Malaysian Federation of the Deaf is determined to do what it can to change this.
The struggles of the sightless in a society blind to their woes
Everyday tasks like withdrawing money are a huge challenge while amenities meant specifically for them are often hijacked by others.
Signing the deaf and mute away from the margins
A lack of people who understand sign language has left many who have hearing and speaking impediments adrift with no way of communicating with the rest of society.
Disabled man turns to loan sharks after losing his stall
With no other way to support his family, Murugan Raju is struggling to repay his debt amid threats from 'ah long'.
Down but not out for wheelchair-bound engineer
Although he initially suffered from resentment and anger at his injury, Sasitharan Chandran is now a motivational speaker who wants to help others in similar situations.
