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“The change begins with you, no one else. You have to raise yourself beyond the circumstances and challenges that come your way to be a better human being.”
These words by Datin Sri Umayal Eswaran set the tone for an insightful feature and video by premier regional publication Tatler Malaysia about the work of RYTHM Foundation and the philosophy that drives us.
The interview with Datin Sri Umayal is featured in the magazine’s ‘Power & Purpose’ series highlighting Asia’s most influential thought leaders and changemakers in sectors such as philanthropy, business, and education.
The article and video capture Datin Sri Umayal’s passionate advocacy of holistic education as a tool of youth empowerment and community development in underserved populations, and also highlight flagship initiatives such as RYTHM’s Maharani Schools Programme and the more recent Community Adoption Programme in Sabah.
Watch highlights of Datin Sri Umayal’s inspiring interview in the video below:
