Reflections on Malaysia as a Brand Identity
By Yasmin Merican Twenty years ago, amid the optimism of a new millennium, Malaysia made the decision to invest in the making of a powerful destination brand on the promise…
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Penang Chapter Ready to Roll
Since the announcement that borders are open and mobile exchanges are once again imminent, Penang Chapter has been involved in a flurry of activity to reactivate its volunteer base and…
Becoming a Changemaker for Disability Advocacy
By Effah Syafiqah (YES 2017) From the moment I stepped out of the Dulles International Airport, my heart was beating fast. I was filled with both trepidation and excitement. I…
Farewell to Annie
Annie Yap from the National Office has retired after 25 years of service with Antarabudaya Malaysia. Annie has worked in all departments throughout her career with Antarabudaya and retired as…
Antarabudaya Malaysia Leaders Meet-Up
After a two-year hiatus, Antarabudaya Malaysia leaders had a first in-person meet-up session with Board members, staff, chapter and alumni leaders converging in Kuala Lumpur for a weekend. The group…
Improving English Through Virtual Cultural Exchange
A Malaysia-Indonesia Virtual Classroom Exchange was organised by SK Seksyen 13 recently by an Antarabudaya Malaysia volunteer teacher, involving 64 students and 11 teachers. Klang Vice Chapter President Ong Bee…
A Malaysia-Egypt Classroom Exchange
SK Seksyen 13 school in Shah Alam has completed yet another virtual classroom exchange, this time with Egypt. Primary students who are members of the school’s Antarabudaya Club met with…
Chaperoning ALEX
By: Vatchira Wong Surreal. A feeling of mixed fact and fantasy. That was what I felt throughout my exchange experience as a chaperone on the ALEX Program to the United…
Joint Proclamation of Peace
As 2022 marks the 75th anniversary of AFS exchange programs, the organization’s leaders signed a joint Proclamation at the Partner Network Meeting, stating that: “AFS is always on the side…