Education inequality is an issue that has plagued the nation for as long as we can remember, recently made worse as students struggle to adapt to the new normal. The youth should be given a fair chance and an even playing field, but that is not our reality. Far too many underprivileged students go about their days feeling inadequate and directionless through no fault of their own. A path forward can be hard to picture when all the doors look closed.  

This Ramadhan, as a team representing The Kalsom Movement, we hope to guide these youths to open doors with your help. The Kalsom Movement is a student-led charity organisation that solely focuses on tackling education inequality in Malaysia. We are held together by dedicated individuals in higher education who strive to make a change in the community.

Since 1994, our movement has held annual motivational camps all around the country and reached over 4,000 beneficiaries. The overarching goal of our initiatives is to inspire and empower students who belong to the B40 families living in poverty-stricken areas. This year, we will be benefitting secondary school students from Penang, Kedah, Pahang, Selangor and Terengganu via online platforms.

How do our initiatives assist underprivileged students?

Our programmes are designed to bridge the knowledge and opportunity gap experienced in rural areas. The emphasis is to encourage students to develop interest and competency in English, expose them to educational pathways they may not have been aware of and develop their academic and non-academic skills. Due to the closeness in age, close bonds have been formed between beneficiaries and facilitators which has provided beneficiaries with a safe space to share their troubles and a supportive environment to hone their skills. We are very proud of our work and the impact it has had in boosting the self-esteem and personal development of our past beneficiaries.

How can you help?

Simply donate and spread the word. As we are a voluntary organisation comprised of students, we rely on sponsorships and donations to keep our initiatives running at full capacity. All funds collected are not for us but the betterment of our beneficiaries that are bursting with potential. Our goal as a team is to reach RM 2,500 in donations for our organisation in this blessed month of Ramadhan. Every contribution counts and no amount is too little! Don't delay and share your blessings today.

 
To find out more about The Kalsom Movement,
Visit our website: http://www.kalsom-movement.org/
Read our annual reports: https://issuu.com/projekkalsom