Media Coverage Archives - RYTHM Foundation

Taarana School Celebrates Growth and Confidence at 2025 Annual Day

RYTHM Foundation’s Taarana School for children with special education needs marked this year’s Annual Day with heartfelt performances and proud moments from its students. True to form, the celebration showcased the students’ growing confidence, creativity, and self-expression. The event also...

November 10, 2025

The Star Malaysia: A Positive Step for Orang Asli Rights

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The Star Malaysia: A Positive Step for Orang Asli Rights

Malaysia’s leading English daily, The Star, has featured an op-ed by RYTHM Foundation Head, Santhi Periasamy, highlighting ongoing efforts and progress in addressing the challenges faced by indigenous Orang Asli communities in Malaysia. In her piece, Shanthi emphasises the importance...

November 8, 2025

theSun Malaysia: RYTHM Transforms Lives of Indigenous Communities

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theSun Malaysia: RYTHM Transforms Lives of Indigenous Communities

RYTHM Foundation’s efforts to uplift Malaysia’s indigenous communities through education and income-generating projects were recently featured in the leading daily, theSun Malaysia. The spotlight article highlights how our initiatives across the states of Sabah, Pahang, Kedah, Johor, and Negeri Sembilan...

October 31, 2025

Traxx FM: Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran on Rethinking Special Needs Ecosystem

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Traxx FM: Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran on Rethinking Special Needs Ecosystem

Malaysian English-language radio station Traxx FM hosted Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran, Principal of Taarana School. She spoke with presenter Anil about her journey in special education and how families, schools, and workplaces can work together to build true inclusion. The conversation...

September 25, 2025

Kool 101 Features RYTHM Foundation on Malaysia Day

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Kool 101 Features RYTHM Foundation on Malaysia Day

On Malaysia Day, leading Malay-language radio station Kool 101 hosted Santhi Periasamy, Head of RYTHM Foundation, and Orang Asli teacher Suhaizi Majid. They spoke with presenters Muaz and Haiza about the Foundation’s work with Orang Asli communities and Suhaizi’s path...

September 17, 2025

RYTHM Featured in ‘TheCSRUniverse’ Interview with Santhi Periasamy

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RYTHM Featured in ‘TheCSRUniverse’ Interview with Santhi Periasamy

The Head of RYTHM Foundation, Santhi Periasamy, was recently featured in an article on India’s TheCSRUniverse.com, where she talks about why trust, dignity and empathy are essential in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and how RYTHM Foundation empowers its beneficiaries to...

September 17, 2025

Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran: Include Caregivers in Autism Reforms Too

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Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran: Include Caregivers in Autism Reforms Too

Malaysia’s plan to expand early intervention programmes for children with special needs is welcomed, but it should also include families and caregivers who carry invisible burdens. The Principal of Taarana School, Dr Sunitha Sivakumaran, expands on this premise in an...

September 10, 2025

‘RIMBA Fest 2025’ Highlights Indigenous-led Change

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‘RIMBA Fest 2025’ Highlights Indigenous-led Change

RYTHM Foundation’s RIMBA Fest 2025 brought together Indigenous community members, partners, and supporters to spotlight community-led solutions and celebrate the cultural richness of Malaysia’s Orang Asli and Orang Asal. Held ahead of World Indigenous Day, the festival created space for...

August 4, 2025

MSP Empowers Young Girls to Become Leaders

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MSP Empowers Young Girls to Become Leaders

The Maharani School Programme (MSP) recently held its Cohort 1 closing ceremony at SMK Batu Unjur in Selangor, Malaysia. It wasn’t just a celebration of growth—it also marked the launch of the Maharani Alumni Programme, giving graduates a way to...

July 15, 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

Driving Change: Datin Sri Umayal Eswaran Speaks on ‘The Future Is Female’

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Driving Change: Datin Sri Umayal Eswaran Speaks on ‘The Future Is Female’

The Chairperson of RYTHM Foundation, Datin Sri Umayal Eswaran, recently appeared on The Future Is Female, hosted by leading Malaysian news network Astro Awani. In this insightful conversation, Datin Sri Umayal discusses the Foundation’s commitment to education, empowerment, and sustainability,...

March 10, 2025

RYTHM’s Award Wins Featured in Indian Publications

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RYTHM’s Award Wins Featured in Indian Publications

RYTHM Foundation’s dedication to social impact was recently featured in Indian publications Connected to India and The Free Press Journal. The articles highlight the Foundation’s recent award wins at the ‘CSR & Sustainability Awards’ in India and its commitment to...

February 12, 2025