Youthphoria

The disabled community in Malaysia has been an overlooked community in Malaysia for a long time. Their plights often go unnoticed and they would have to help themselves due to a lack of support. However, even with all the struggles that they face, members of the community remain proud of themselves. For this episode of Youthphoria, we spoke with Yeong Moh Foong of United Voice and Murugeswaran Veerasamy of Damai Disabled Person Association Malaysia on ableism, the differences between disabilities, and what the public can do to help improve the rights of the disabled community. Yeong Moh Foong is the current Lead Coordinator of United Voice, a Self-advocacy Society of Persons with Learning Disabilities. She is a senior Job Coach trainer under Job Coach Network Malaysia (a unit set up under Jabatan Pembangunan OKU, JKM Malaysia) and has conducted many trainings and TOT (Training of Trainers) for participants from Malaysia. Whereas as a wheelchair user himself, Murugeswaran has been leading a rights-based advocacy movement that has brought positive changes in the landscapes of public transportation, aviation, universal designs and more to the OKU Community of Malaysia. Follow us on our social media to keep up with current affairs and inspiring content: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Homelessness is a negative emotive word that conjures up images of people sleeping on the sidewalk, scavenging for food in trash cans, the drunk and dangerous. Aside from the negative images that came along with homelessness, there is a lack of understanding of who the homeless are and what they have been through that has led them to this life.  Therefore, in this episode of Youthphoria, we spoke to Justin from Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK) to understand the homeless community better and learn how we can make a positive difference in the community.  Justin takes great pride in the work KSK is doing and is grateful to all sponsors, volunteers, supporters, and its wonderful committee and staff who form the legs that allow it to develop even further. Follow us on our social media to keep up with current affairs and inspiring content: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

It was an honor to have YB Amira Aisya Abd Aziz join us in this episode to speak about youth participation in politics and what first-time voters should look out for. Tune in now to listen to the young and inspiring 27-year-old assemblywoman of Puteri Wangsa.  Remember that your voice and your vote matter, vote the right people into power, and keep them accountable. Youth’s active engagement can bring democracy to life. Follow us on our social media to keep up with current affairs and inspiring content: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

We are all hooked to the Internet one way or another. In the age of information, how can we leverage the fast-delivering social media platforms to improve lives and not harm others or ourselves?  Dr. Lee Soon Li from Monash University talked about how the Internet has improved mental health awareness in society and how it could be detrimental to us.  If you think you are using your gadgets too much, listen to your body and regulate the time spent with your gadgets. If you are or have been a victim of cyberbullying, we encourage you to reach out to authorities and seek professional help.   Follow us on our social media to keep up with healthy and inspiring content: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

It may be 2022, however, we as a society still have a long way to go in terms of gender equality. In conjunction with International Women's Month, we spoke with Jernell Tan, the Information & Communications Officer at All Women's Action Society (AWAM) regarding the state of gender equality in Malaysia, period poverty, the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill 2021 as well as how men could be better allies to the cause, amongst others. If you are currently facing any issues such as unwanted sexual harassment, we deeply encourage you to seek out the help of professional women's rights organizations such as AWAM, WAO, and The National Council for Women's Organisations Malaysia (NCWO). Follow us on our socials to be updated on our latest content & let us know who the inspiring women in your life are! Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Climate change isn't something people get to choose to believe or not; it's happening - flash floods, longer droughts, melting glaciers, and many more, but is there anything we can do to fight climate change? We spoke to the founder of Kolektif Iklim, Aidil Iman Aidid, from climate change to eating less meat and biodiversity conservation.  Want to know how we can contribute to the 13th Sustainable Development Goal - Climate Action and how to protect and hand on the planet to the next generation? Tune in now!  Let us know what are you doing to show Mother Earth some love, ping us at our socials: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

In this episode,licensed counsellor, Jin, joins us in unfolding the layers of body acceptance. We explored some of the reasons leading to negative body talk, how we can work on ourselves to make peace with our bodies, and how we can improve as a society to accept different shapes and sizes. If you are having issues with body acceptance, we encourage you to seek professional help from trusted nutritionists, dieticians, or mental health professionals. Follow us on our social media to keep up with healthy and inspiring content: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Welcome back to another issue of YOUTHPHORIA! This week, our YOUTHPHORIA members, Samantha and Naz are taking a look at the ‘Snowflake Generation’ at work. Together with Daryl, they discuss the new generation of employees that have entered the workforce who have been referred to as feeling special and sensitive.  Do you believe the ‘Snowflake Generation’ has an inflated sense of self or do you think that they are just misunderstood? Share your thoughts with us at: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Reflecting back on the unexpected tragedy that struck Malaysians last month, we spoke to the founder of Big Bad Wolf Books and BookXcess Malaysia, Andrew Yap, and an independent flood relief volunteer, Raenuga Indran, about their encounter with the recent floods, their experiences throughout the incident, and what managing the effects of the floods has taught them. Did you or anyone you know experience the recent floods? Do share with us your experiences at our socials below: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

It’s been a long year, and as it comes to an end, listen in to our final episode of this year as we, the YOUTHPHORIA Team share and reflect on our past highlights, challenges, and the ups and downs of 2021 as well as the goals, hopes and aspirations that we have to look forward to in the coming year, 2022. We can't wait to bring you more exciting and engaging episodes in 2022. Till then, enjoy the year-end, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Follow us on our social media for more updates or DM us your thoughts and questions. Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

There are plenty of opportunities out there to build something of your own if you’ve the mindset to hack the system to create something bigger and better - just like how the taxi ordering system was challenged and life is made easier with e-hailing services.  In this episode, we spoke to the co-founder of The Hacker Collective, Deric Yee, about being a startup founder and builder and venturing into the tech industry as a self-taught coder. Connect with The Hacker Collective by visiting hackercollective.co or drop Deric a text at +60 11-6110 9801. If you’ve any brilliant ideas you want to share with us, do reach out to us on our socials!   Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

It’s almost 2022 and if you’re looking to update your New Year’s Resolution, you should consider managing your finances better and setting some financial goals for yourself. There are many ways to go about budgeting, while there is no one size fits all solution - you can always start with a template and adjust accordingly as you go.  Listen to this episode with Nadia Ismadi from Pod where our hosts Ash and Daryl ask the expert everything to do with budgeting, credit cards, and investment.  Share with us your budgeting journey or questions by tweeting us or sliding into our DMs. Don’t forget to show us some support by following our socials:   Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Buying your first home is exciting but could be confusing at the same time. There are so many questions to ask: How much savings do I need to have? What is the price range I should be looking at? Are sales galleries trustworthy? Where to find my dream home? What is the Home Ownership Campaign all about?  Hold your horses! We spoke to Keeshend Nair and Jimmy Chong from Kentro Properties to share with us some tips on buying your first home. Get the keys to your new home as you unlock these important questions and steps.  Follow us on our social media for more updates or tweet us if you’ve anything to ask!  Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash speak to Ashven and Samantha about passion or money. For enquiries, reach us at membership@malaysiakini.com. Follow Youthphoria on social media : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthphoriamk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthphoriamk Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash interview Qyira Yusri from Undi18. For enquiries, reach us at membership@malaysiakini.com. Follow Youthphoria on social media : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthphoriamk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthphoriamk Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash speak to Zikri Kamarulzaman on all things fake news.  For enquiries, reach us at membership@malaysiakini.com. Follow Youthphoria on social media : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthphoriamk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthphoriamk Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash speak to entrepreneur, actor, and magician - Vin Chee. 

Daryl and Ash speak to Ayesha and Samantha about the language of love, energy vampires, and toxic relationships.  For enquiries, reach us at membership@malaysiakini.com. Follow Youthphoria on social media : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthphoriamk  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthphoriamk  Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash talk about how to create and maintain healthy relationships with friends, family, and colleagues. For enquiries, reach us at membership@malaysiakini.com.  Follow Youthphoria on social media :  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthphoriamk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthphoriamk Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthphoriamk

Daryl and Ash talk about things to do with your friends during the lockdown.  For enquiries, email us at membership@malaysiakini.com