The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) who is currently operating in 3C building has requested my office to assist with an awareness program for the community in Subang Jaya and MPSJ staff in 3C. NASOM would love to see residents from various community groups present for this talk. Do join us if you can.
Date : This Sunday, 2 August 2009
Time : 10.00am to 12.00 noon
Venue : Kompleks 3C MPSJ, Jalan PJS 11/2, Bandar Sunway
ADMISSION IS FREE!
TALKMuch has been said about autism recently. But what really is autism? – A disease, an illness or a disorder. Is it hereditary, can it be cured? Many are still unaware of this condition whilst some pass it off as a phase in the child’s life and that the child will grow out of it. Mistaken and misunderstood, child with autism are sometimes labelled stupid, mischievous or even institutionalised.Autism is a lifelong complex neurological disorder that affects 65 million worldwide (World Autism Organisation, 2009). It blocks the ability of the child to communicate and inhibits emotional and social development. It is associated with rigid routines or repetitive behaviors such as obsessively following schedules or arranging belongings in a specific way.TALK OUTLINE· What is autism? · Characteristics of autism.· Early signs of abnormality. · Can autism be cured?· How we can help?THE SPEAKERRica Frances Talon, Master of Arts (Major in Psychology), Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines and Master of Education (cand.) University Malaya (Specializing in Special Education) has been working in the field of psychology and education for more than sixteen years. Her work in the sixteen years has seen her involved in various capacities covering human development, which includes assessment, counselling and therapy, education, training and development, supervision, human resource development and research.Her main focus typically involves the development of children, adolescents and adults, including students, teachers, counsellors, administrators as well as other people with special need eg autism, ADD/ADHD, emotional-behavioural disorders and psychiatric problems, Down Syndrome, learning difficulties, brain injury and other at-risk individuals, as well as children and adolescents who are gifted.In 2008, Rica pursued her career further and went to Europe as an academic visitor in Roehampton University, London, Charles University, Prague and Fontys OSO, Netherlands. This was part of a research scholarship funded by the European Commission. Currently, Rica is involved with The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM), providing her professional services as member of the Multi Disciplinary Team.
Thank you. See you there!
Regards,-- Hannah YeohAhli Dewan Undangan Negeri SelangorN.31 Subang Jayahttp://www.hannahyeoh.com
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Thursday, September 11, 2008
Looking In from the Outside
I have been following-up on the Penang guy making such stupid and irresponsible remarks about his fellow citizens. What was worse, was the fact that his leader; the Prime Minister took such a long time to make a decision on what to do. As a result, all kinds of remarks and opinions were expressed through the media.
Two things that were reflected in the whole incident. That racial issues continue to be used and exploited in Malaysian politics; that our Prime Minister is very slow in responding and very indecisive and lack a firm grip of the UMNO members.
One the latter issue, I am looking forward to a change in the leadership. Clearly the imcumbent is not capable of running the country. He is however more than capable in ruining the nation. If he is truly the statesman that he claims to be, he should step aside, now!
However, who is to take over. Clearly, we have limited choices. There is no clear succession plan within UMNO. Can ANWAR truly fulfil his promises and get rid of UMNO, hmmmmmm , the 6 million dollar question! Nevertheless, change is definitely still needed........things can only improve with change.
Back to the first issue, racial politics in Malaysia. We are always so proud to claim that we are a successful multiracial society; and this is where the problem lies. We fail to acknowledge that our success is more from tolerance than anything else. Tolerance, like an elastic band, can only be stretched to a limit, beyond which it would snap! I note sadly that we are near snapping point.
Thus, we have to seriously go back to basics: start respecting each others race and thus cultural and religious background. To respect means to understand not just to tolerate. That understanding starts from school. Thus, it would be many years to accomplish this new generation of Malaysians.
The mind-set change must also come with the political parties. There should no longer be any race based political parties: dare to take that step and be a truly multi racial party, where leadership rights are based not on skin colour but on one's ability. No longer do we first identify your race, because it should no longer matter. It is Bangsa Malaysia.........
How many forward thinking Malaysians are there, to dare make these changes and sell the idea to fellow Malaysians.
Still, I remain optimistic and I will do my part.......
Two things that were reflected in the whole incident. That racial issues continue to be used and exploited in Malaysian politics; that our Prime Minister is very slow in responding and very indecisive and lack a firm grip of the UMNO members.
One the latter issue, I am looking forward to a change in the leadership. Clearly the imcumbent is not capable of running the country. He is however more than capable in ruining the nation. If he is truly the statesman that he claims to be, he should step aside, now!
However, who is to take over. Clearly, we have limited choices. There is no clear succession plan within UMNO. Can ANWAR truly fulfil his promises and get rid of UMNO, hmmmmmm , the 6 million dollar question! Nevertheless, change is definitely still needed........things can only improve with change.
Back to the first issue, racial politics in Malaysia. We are always so proud to claim that we are a successful multiracial society; and this is where the problem lies. We fail to acknowledge that our success is more from tolerance than anything else. Tolerance, like an elastic band, can only be stretched to a limit, beyond which it would snap! I note sadly that we are near snapping point.
Thus, we have to seriously go back to basics: start respecting each others race and thus cultural and religious background. To respect means to understand not just to tolerate. That understanding starts from school. Thus, it would be many years to accomplish this new generation of Malaysians.
The mind-set change must also come with the political parties. There should no longer be any race based political parties: dare to take that step and be a truly multi racial party, where leadership rights are based not on skin colour but on one's ability. No longer do we first identify your race, because it should no longer matter. It is Bangsa Malaysia.........
How many forward thinking Malaysians are there, to dare make these changes and sell the idea to fellow Malaysians.
Still, I remain optimistic and I will do my part.......
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