The problem that this project aims to address and why it is importantThe village is located in a high risk flood zone. Kampung Peta is situated in an area that experiences severe and rescurring floods every year. This makes the community extremely vulnerable to flood related disaster.The only road to the village is frequently cut off during floods. When heavy rains and flooding occur, the single access road leading to Kampung Peta becomes completely impassable. Vehicles cannot enter or leave the village.Residents become stranded with no access to external aid. The road is totally cut off no emergency services, food supplies, clean water or medical help can reach the villagers. They are left completely isolated until floodwaters recede.Why this problem is important to address:Lives are at risk. Pregnant women, children, and elderly villagers are the most vulnerable during floods. Without proper safety tools and knowledge they face serious danger including drowning, injury and illness.The problem is recurring not one-time. It is because floods happen every year, temporary solutions are not enough. The community needs sustainable, long term flood preparedness.Purpose and goals of the project:To provide essential flood safety tools. The project will supply physical equipment such as directional signs, boat and flood safety kits that the community can use during and after floods.To provide flood safety knowledge. Through briefings and simulations conducted by Siswa Siswi Pertahanan Awam (SISPA) UTHM, villagers will learn how to respond during a flood, where to evacuate and how to use the safety equipment peoperly.To increase community resillience. The ultimate goal is to ensure that Kampung Peta can prepare for survive through and recover from floods without relying entirely on external help.How the project will benefit with the community:Directional signboards (15 unit) :These signs will show evacuation routes and safe areas during a flood. Because they are written in the local Jakun dialect, all villagers including elders can understand them. This helps families move quickly to higher ground when floodwaters rise.Boat (1 unit): When the road is cut off, a boat becomes the only way to move people and supplies. The boat will be used to rescue stranded villagers, especially pregnant women, children, and the elderly. It can also transport emergency food, water, and medicine into the village when no other vehicles can enter. The long term use helps facilities the process of relocating residents and valuable goods.Flood safety kits (60 sets): Each kit contains an energy bar, clean water, a light source, and first aid supplies. These items allow one family to survive for 3 to 5 days without outside help while waiting for rescue or for floodwaters to recede. Families that are completely cut off will have food, water, and basic medical supplies to stay alive.Flood safety briefing and simulation (by SISPA UTHM): Villagers will learn practical survival skills, including how to use the boat safely, how to read the directional signs, and how to use the flood safety kits effectively. This knowledge remains with them long after the project ends.Why MyStarfish Foundation and the public should support this project:Enhances the Foundation's reputation and credibility. By supporting a real, on-the-ground project that helps an indigenous community, the Foundation demonstrates genuine social responsibility. This builds trust with existing and future partners.Provides marketing and media exposure. The project can be documented and shared across the Foundation's platforms such as social media, website and newsletters UTHM. A boat rescue operation and flood kit distribution make for powerful, emotional storytelling content.Increases public awareness of the Foundation's work and boosts donations. When the public sees tangible results, they become more aware of what MyStarfish Foundation does. Proven impact encourages people to donate. When donors see that their money helped install flood signs, provide a rescue boat, and deliver safety kits to 306 villagers, they are more likely to give again or increase their contribution. This leads to more volunteers, partners, and supporters.Why the public should support this project:A small contribution creates a big impact. The total project cost is manageable, but it will directly benefit 306 villagers. Every ringgit donated goes toward saving lives.Prevents suffering. Each flood safety kit can help one family survive 3 to 5 days without food, water, or medical aid. The boat can rescue pregnant women, children, and elderly villagers from rising floodwaters. The directional signs can guide families to safety before it is too late.Builds long-term sustainability, not just one-time aid. Unlike disaster relief that arrives after a flood, this project prepares the community before the next flood happens. The directional signs stay in place for years. The boat can be reused for every flood. The training and knowledge remain with the villagers permanently.The boat is a critical, life-saving asset. When the road is cut off, a boat is not a luxury but it is a necessity. Without a boat, no rescue can happen. No food or medicine can be delivered. The boat alone can mean the difference between life and death for stranded families.

Antibiotic misuse remains a significant yet often under-recognised public health issue, particularly in underserved communities such as residents of People’s Housing Projects (PPR). In many Malaysian households, antibiotics are commonly managed without proper guidance, where individuals may stop antibiotics once they feel better, reuse old prescriptions, share medicines with others, or take incorrect doses. While these practices may seem harmless, they carry substantial health risks. Evidence shows that self-medication and inappropriate antibiotic use remain prevalent, with many individuals lacking adequate understanding of proper medication use and its consequences. This contributes to treatment failure, adverse drug reactions, and the growing burden of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). In Malaysia, AMR is an increasing public health concern, reflected in rising resistance rates in common infections. The Malaysian Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (MyAP-AMR) 2022–2026 highlights the need to improve public awareness and understanding of AMR, particularly in high-density, lower-income communities where health literacy gaps and limited access to personalised counselling persist. Despite ongoing health campaigns, most interventions remain passive and often fail to translate into sustained behaviour change.The MedWise Community Project aims to bridge this gap through a structured, interactive, and participant-centred intervention. Moving beyond traditional one-way education, the project adopts a station-based approach that integrates health screening, medication review, interactive learning, and personalised planning. By starting with the medications participants already use at home, the project identifies real-life risks and provides tailored counselling that is directly relevant to each individual. Participants are guided to better understand what their medications, especially antibiotics, are for, how to use them correctly, and what practices to avoid, while also gaining insight into important concepts such as antibiotic resistance. Through practical tools like medication charts and direct engagement with facilitators, the project empowers individuals to translate knowledge into daily practice, thereby improving medication adherence, safety, and overall health outcomes.Support from My Starfish Foundation and the public is essential to ensure the successful implementation and sustainability of this initiative. Their support enables the project to reach underserved communities, provide necessary resources such as screening equipment, educational materials, and medication management tools, and deliver a high-quality, impactful intervention. Beyond immediate benefits, this project contributes to broader public health goals by supporting preventive care, reducing medication-related harm, and aligning with national efforts such as the MyAP-AMR strategy to combat antimicrobial resistance. At the same time, it fosters the development of future healthcare professionals by providing hands-on experience in community engagement and patient-centred care. With strong support, the MedWise Community Project has the potential to create meaningful, lasting improvements in medication safety and transform medication use from a routine habit into an informed, safe, and responsible practice. 

 🌱 Imagine being a child who sees the world differently. What may feel ordinary to most of us a bright classroom light, a busy wall, or a noisy room can sometimes feel overwhelming for an autistic child. At NASOM Setia Alam, many children spend their days learning, growing, and developing important life skills, yet the physical environment around them has the potential to do even more to support their well-being. This is where Roots of Resilience Sanctuary begins. Inspired by the healing power of nature, Roots of Resilience Sanctuary is a community project that transforms existing classrooms into calming, sensory-supportive spaces through a biophilic neuro-architectural approach. By introducing nature-themed murals, soft lighting, greenery, visual supports, and sensory-friendly elements, we aim to create an environment that feels safer, more comfortable, and more welcoming for autistic children. These carefully selected features are designed not only to enhance the appearance of the space, but also to encourage emotional regulation, improve focus, and provide moments of calm when children feel overstimulated. More than just a classroom makeover, this project is about creating a sanctuary where children can feel understood, supported, and empowered to learn at their own pace. It is also about supporting the teachers, therapists, and caregivers who work tirelessly every day to help these children thrive. Through a low-cost, reusable, and sustainable approach, Roots of Resilience Sanctuary demonstrates that meaningful change does not always require major renovations sometimes, thoughtful design, compassion, and community support are enough to transform an ordinary room into a place of comfort, confidence, and hope. 💙✨