Being part of the PERTUBUHAN KESELAMATAN SOSIAL (PERKESO) Karnival Kerjaya OKU MYFutureJobs was more than just an event for us, it was a powerful reality check.
As a startup, we are deeply grateful for the opportunity to be present at a national platform like this, to listen, to learn, and to engage. We met concerned (and hopeful) parents, keen talents actively seeking pathways forward, and seasoned professionals openly sharing their lived experiences. What stayed with us wasn’t just the diversity in the room, but the depth of capability, ambition, and readiness. And, more often than not, the quiet hunger to simply be seen beyond physical differences, diagnoses, or perceived limitations.
One particularly meaningful moment was meeting Chua Marcus an inspiring young chap living with Tourette Syndrome (TS). His openness, confidence, and self-belief were deeply moving. Marcus reminded us that neurodivergence isn’t a deficit — it’s a different way of experiencing and navigating the world, and with the right opportunity and belief, potential can truly flourish.
Another highlight was the session by Dr Ruziah Ghazali from Bengkel Daya Klang. As a thriving OKU professional herself, her reflections on grit and tenacity were both grounding and energising. A powerful reminder that success is rarely about “fixing” individuals but about creating access, understanding, and the right support systems for people to thrive as they are.
We left the carnival inspired, humbled, and more convinced than ever that inclusive and neuro-inclusive employment isn’t a “nice to have” — it’s essential.
Thank you to Farrah Asyiqin and everyone behind the scenes who made this meaningful platform possible. We’re grateful for the exposure, the conversations, and the responsibility that comes with showing up at this level.
