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RYTHM’s ‘Gift of Life’ Pitches in for School Football Training

When two Malaysian secondary school SMK Vivekananda’s football teams began preparing for this year’s District School Sports Council (MSSD) tournament, they faced a significant hurdle: they didn’t have a proper football pitch. Training had long been restricted to the school’s...

September 4, 2025

RYTHM and Partners Champion Malaysian Indigenous Futures at ‘Rimba Fest 2025’

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RYTHM and Partners Champion Malaysian Indigenous Futures at ‘Rimba Fest 2025’

For many of the Malaysian indigenous communities, the path to a better life is lined with obstacles — from limited access to education and healthcare to being excluded from decisions that shape their future. Since 2021, RYTHM Foundation’s Community Adoption...

August 12, 2025

Empowering Girls’ Futures: RYTHM Celebrates Maharani School Program Cohort 1 Completion

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Empowering Girls’ Futures: RYTHM Celebrates Maharani School Program Cohort 1 Completion

For girls from low-income families in Malaysia, the path to a brighter future is often filled with obstacles such as limited resources, societal expectations, and a lack of access to crucial developmental opportunities. And since 2010, the Maharani School Program...

July 2, 2025

Fostering A Tobacco-Free Generation: RYTHM Foundation and Partners Educate Youth

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Fostering A Tobacco-Free Generation: RYTHM Foundation and Partners Educate Youth

In a proactive step towards nurturing healthier communities and building a tobacco-free future, RYTHM Foundation’s Maharani Learning Lab collaborated with Tobacco-Free Generation International (TFGi) and Children’s Industry, Lifelong Learning and Development Hub (CHILD) to conduct a meaningful educational session aimed...

June 23, 2025

A Powerful Stride Towards Inclusion: QI staff Walks for Autism Awareness with Taarana

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A Powerful Stride Towards Inclusion: QI staff Walks for Autism Awareness with Taarana

26 April 2025, PETALING JAYA—More than just a walk, it was a vibrant declaration of awareness, acceptance, and empowerment as a dedicated community gathered on early Saturday morning. Taarana’s annual “Walk for Autism 2025,” a powerful event held in conjunction...

May 8, 2025

Maharani Program Charts Bold New Path at Key Stakeholder Discussion

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Maharani Program Charts Bold New Path at Key Stakeholder Discussion

The Maharani Learning Lab (MLL) in Damansara Damai buzzed with energy as key stakeholders came together to shape the future of the Maharani Program. Hosted by Ms. Santhi Periasamy, Head of RYTHM Foundation (RF), the roundtable discussion marked a pivotal...

May 8, 2025

Embracing Diversity in Malaysia: 3 Ways to Shift Attitudes Towards Inclusivity

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Embracing Diversity in Malaysia: 3 Ways to Shift Attitudes Towards Inclusivity

In early 2025, global conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) shifted. In several countries, progress slowed and long-standing initiatives lost ground. For Malaysia, however, there is an opportunity to strengthen the rich multiculturalism that has shaped its society for...

May 4, 2025

Dr. Sunitha Sivakumaran Shares Insights on Raising a Child with Special Needs on TheGoodCastShow

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Dr. Sunitha Sivakumaran Shares Insights on Raising a Child with Special Needs on TheGoodCastShow

Taarana School Principal Dr. Sunitha Sivakumaran recently appeared on TheGoodCastShow hosted by Mr. Vinodh Rajendran for an in-depth conversation on parenting, purpose, and the evolving landscape of special needs education in Malaysia. Her story began with a personal turning point—her...

April 23, 2025

RYTHM’s First Arts Grant Supports ‘Margazhi Utsavam 3.0’

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RYTHM’s First Arts Grant Supports ‘Margazhi Utsavam 3.0’

RYTHM Foundation has taken a significant step in preserving Malaysia’s artistic and cultural heritage by supporting Margazhi Utsavam 3.0, the first event funded under the Vijayaratnam Fine and Performing Arts Grants and Scholarships Initiative. Organised by the Indian classical music...

February 28, 2025

Donated Van for Sri Bala Illam: RYTHM Eases School Transport Challenges

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Donated Van for Sri Bala Illam: RYTHM Eases School Transport Challenges

A donated van for Sri Bala Illam Children’s Home in Kuala Lumpur is making its daily school runs much more manageable. The vehicle, donated by RYTHM Foundation, helps address the home’s long-standing transportation challenges, ensuring the children get to and...

February 12, 2025

RYTHM’s Inclusive Youth Football Programme Transforms Lives in Malaysia

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RYTHM’s Inclusive Youth Football Programme Transforms Lives in Malaysia

RYTHM Foundation recently hosted a friendly football match between two Malaysian schools, SMK Vivekananda and SMK Bangsar, as part of its inclusive youth football programme, Jaguh RF. The event highlighted students’ progress who have been honing their skills through several months...

January 23, 2025

Taarana School’s Annual Day Celebrates Growth and Achievement

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Taarana School’s Annual Day Celebrates Growth and Achievement

Taarana School, a centre for special education needs managed and operated by RYTHM Foundation, recently hosted its Annual Day, highlighting its students’ growth, resilience, and achievements. Families, teachers, and supporters gathered to reflect on the progress made by the school’s...

November 13, 2024