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The Star
6 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Pioneering autism centre reopens in Sabah
Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar officiating the newly renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre at Seri Mengasih, recently. KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has made a leap in inclusive education and disability support with the launch of the newly-renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre at Seri Mengasih here. It is the only facility in Malaysia authorised to practise the renowned Kololo Method of educational training from Japan that emphasises group dynamics and structured learning for individuals with autism. The refurbished centre in Tanjung Aru was launched by Yang Amat Mulia Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Sultan Iskandar on Monday (June 16). Her Royal Highness' presence underscored the national significance of the initiative and brought renewed attention to the need for comprehensive support for individuals with autism. Seri Mengasih, which has served the special needs community for 44 years, is the sole centre in the country recognised by Kololo Japan to implement its structured ASD training method. The Kololo Method is a unique form of early intervention, therapy, and vocational skills development for individuals on the autism spectrum. Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar posed in a group photo with Seri Mengasih's Board of Trustees chairman, Datuk Suzannah Liaw (second left), Committee of Management chairman Tulip Noorazyze (second right), and others. 'This new centre is more than just a building," Seri Mengasih board of trustees chairman Datuk Suzannah Liaw said at the ceremony. "It is a commitment to empowering individuals with ASD to lead meaningful, independent lives. "We are incredibly honoured to receive the royal support of Yang Amat Mulia Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz, which elevates our efforts to the national stage,' she added. The upgraded facility includes therapy rooms, sensory integration spaces, vocational training areas and specialised classrooms tailored to the unique learning styles of children and adults with ASD. It enables the expansion of Seri Mengasih's programmes in early intervention, social skills training and independent living education. Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar receiving a bouquet of flowers from one of the Seri Mengasih's Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre pupils. According to the facility's management committee chairman Tulip Noorazyze, the Kololo Method has shown consistent success in helping students as young as three build essential skills and confidence. 'We have witnessed countless success stories with children who are now able to communicate better, manage themselves, and even hold jobs,' she said. The launch marks a milestone not only for Seri Mengasih but for the broader movement towards disability inclusion in Malaysia, with the centre aiming to be a model for other states to emulate. Tunku Mariamz's involvement is expected to draw national attention and spark greater interest in strengthening autism-related services throughout the country. 'This is a proud moment for Sabah and a hopeful one for every Malaysian family affected by ASD,' said Liaw. The Kololo Method was developed in Japan in 1980 by Ishii Hijiri and Saeko Kubota. Rooted in brain development and behavioural change theories, it prioritises those with severe challenges. The method focuses on group dynamics, recognising that social harmony and cooperation are essential for personal development. The programme also supports home-based training, encouraging parents to play an active and positive role in helping their children live independently.
Borneo Post
7 days ago
- Health
- Borneo Post
Seri Mengasih Centre's newly renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder Training Centre launched
Sabah Welfare Department director Jais Asri handing over childcare certificate to Datuk Suzannah Liaw (chairman, Board of Trustees) witnessed by Puteri Tunku Mariamz, Datuk Aminah Ambrose (Member, Committee of Management), Tulip Noorazyze (Chairman, Committee of Management & Member, Committee of Management), Allen Tong (Member, Board of Trustees) and Juliana Jimis (principal). KOTA KINABALU (June 16): The Yang di-Pertuan Agong's younger sister, Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz bte Al-Marhum Al-Mutawakkil Alallah Sultan Iskandar Al-Haj, launched Seri Mengasih Centre's newly renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre today. The momentous event took place at the Seri Mengasih Centre, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. The ASD Training Centre building represents a significant milestone in Seri Mengasih Centre's unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive and specialised support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This newly refurbished facility is designed to enhance the quality of life for those on the spectrum by offering expanded training programs, therapeutic interventions, and vocational skills development in a purpose-built and nurturing environment. Mariamz's presence at the launch underscores the profound importance of this initiative and the royal family's dedication to championing causes that foster inclusivity and support for vulnerable communities. Her Royal Highness's patronage will undoubtedly bring greater awareness and support to the vital work being done for individuals with ASD in Sabah and beyond. 'We are incredibly privileged and deeply grateful for Her Royal Highness Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz's presence to officiate the launching of our new ASD Training Centre building,' said Datuk Suzannah Liaw, chairman of Seri Mengasih Centre Board of Trustees. 'This new facility is a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated team, generous donors, and the unwavering support of the community. It will enable us to reach out to more individuals with ASD, providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.' The new building features dedicated classrooms, therapy rooms, sensory integration spaces, and vocational training areas, all meticulously designed to cater to the unique learning styles and needs of individuals with ASD. It will facilitate an expansion of Seri Mengasih Centre's existing programs, including early intervention, educational support, social skills training, and independent living skills. The 44-year-old Seri Mengasih Centre practises 'Kololo Method' training in collaboration with Kololo Japan since 2002. It is the only centre authorised by Kololo Japan to practice this method in Malaysia. According to Tulip Noorazyze, the chairman of Committee of Management and Member of the Board of Trustees, the centre has been successful in training students as young as three years old and has produced numerous success stories.
Economic Times
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Row over well: Supreme Court asks Sambhal mosque panel to respond to status report
The mosque committee moved the Supreme Court on November 28 last year challenging the November 19 order of the district court directing survey of the Mughal-era mosque while seeking an ex-parte stay on the operation of the November 19, last year order passed by the civil judge. The Supreme Court has given the mosque committee two weeks to respond to a report. The report states a disputed well is outside Sambhal's Jama Masjid. The court had earlier ordered status quo on prayers at the well. The committee is challenging a lower court order for a mosque survey. Protests and violence occurred last year during the survey. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted two weeks to the mosque committee to respond to a status report which said the disputed well is "totally outside" Sambhal's Mughal-era Jama Masjid . On January 10, the top court directed the Sambhal district magistrate to maintain status quo on reviving or allowing prayers at a "private" well located near the entrance of the a plea of the Committee of Management, Shahi Jama Masjid , Sambhal, the bench issued notices to the Centre, the director general of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Sambhal district magistrate and other private Hindu side litigants led by Hari Shankar Tuesday, a bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar was informed additional solicitor general K M Natraj, appearing for the Uttar Pradesh government and other authorities, that the well was situated after a police post (chowki), "totally outside" the bench directed the mosque committee to file its response to the status report of the authorities in two advocate Huzefa Ahmadi, appearing for the mosque committee, sought three weeks' time on the ground that the president of the mosque committee Zafar Ali was in was arrested on March 23 after being questioned in connection with the November 24, 2024 violence during a protest against a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era mosque."Take a 'mulaqat' (meeting with an inmate in jail) and do it. Somebody else can also file the response. Please do it in two weeks only," the CJI said and deferred the hearing on the mosque committee, in its plea, said the Samhal district administration was conducting a "purported drive" to revive old temples and wells in the city with reports indicating the revival of at least 32 old unused temples besides the identification of 19 wells being made operational for public list of wells, being sought to be revived by the district administration, also included a well in the mosque precincts, it bench directed the district magistrate not to give "effect to the notice" with regard to the well near the mosque and maintain status plea sought a direction to the Sambhal district magistrate to ensure status quo with respect to the "private well situated near the stairs/entrance of the mosque and not take any steps/actions with regard to the same without due permission from this court".While one half of the covered well was inside the mosque, the other half protruded outside on a curved platform, it to the plea, the well was situated at the tri-junction of the three narrow lanes leading to the mosque's main entrance and was used for drawing water for the mosque, the plea bench directed against any step in relation to the well without its permission and instructed the authorities to file a status report within two underlined the historical significance of the well and said, "We have been drawing water from the well since time immemorial."He raised concerns over a notice referring to the site as "Hari Mandir" and plans for starting religious activities Vishnu Shankar Jain, representing the Hindu side, said the well was outside the mosque's purview and historically been used for said the well was partly within and partly outside the mosque premises, relying on a Google image to buttress his mosque committee challenged a November 19, 2024 order by the Sambhal senior division civil judge who allowed the appointment of an advocate commissioner to survey the mosque committee said the plea was allowed without hearing it on the same day it was top court, on November 29 last year, ordered a Sambhal trial court to halt proceedings in the case over the mosque and its survey at Chandausi while directing the UP government to maintain peace and harmony in the violence-hit directed "peace and harmony must be maintained" and took note of Natraj's statement and directed the report of to be kept in a sealed mosque committee moved the Supreme Court on November 28 last year challenging the November 19 order of the district court directing survey of the Mughal-era mosque while seeking an ex-parte stay on the operation of the November 19, last year order passed by the civil November 24, last year protesters gathered near the mosque and clashed with the security personnel, leading to stone pelting and arson, leaving four dead and several injured.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Row over well: Supreme Court asks Sambhal mosque panel to respond to status report
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted two weeks to the mosque committee to respond to a status report which said the disputed well is "totally outside" Sambhal's Mughal-era Jama Masjid . On January 10, the top court directed the Sambhal district magistrate to maintain status quo on reviving or allowing prayers at a "private" well located near the entrance of the mosque. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack The groundwork before India mounts a strike at Pakistan India considers closing airspace to Pakistani carriers amid rising tensions Cold Start: India's answer to Pakistan's nuclear threats Considering a plea of the Committee of Management, Shahi Jama Masjid , Sambhal, the bench issued notices to the Centre, the director general of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Sambhal district magistrate and other private Hindu side litigants led by Hari Shankar Jain. On Tuesday, a bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar was informed additional solicitor general K M Natraj, appearing for the Uttar Pradesh government and other authorities, that the well was situated after a police post (chowki), "totally outside" the mosque. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software Esseps Learn More Undo The bench directed the mosque committee to file its response to the status report of the authorities in two weeks. Senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi, appearing for the mosque committee, sought three weeks' time on the ground that the president of the mosque committee Zafar Ali was in jail. Live Events Ali was arrested on March 23 after being questioned in connection with the November 24, 2024 violence during a protest against a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era mosque. "Take a 'mulaqat' (meeting with an inmate in jail) and do it. Somebody else can also file the response. Please do it in two weeks only," the CJI said and deferred the hearing on the plea. The mosque committee, in its plea, said the Samhal district administration was conducting a "purported drive" to revive old temples and wells in the city with reports indicating the revival of at least 32 old unused temples besides the identification of 19 wells being made operational for public prayers. The list of wells, being sought to be revived by the district administration, also included a well in the mosque precincts, it alleged. The bench directed the district magistrate not to give "effect to the notice" with regard to the well near the mosque and maintain status quo. The plea sought a direction to the Sambhal district magistrate to ensure status quo with respect to the "private well situated near the stairs/entrance of the mosque and not take any steps/actions with regard to the same without due permission from this court". While one half of the covered well was inside the mosque, the other half protruded outside on a curved platform, it said. According to the plea, the well was situated at the tri-junction of the three narrow lanes leading to the mosque's main entrance and was used for drawing water for the mosque, the plea added. The bench directed against any step in relation to the well without its permission and instructed the authorities to file a status report within two weeks. Ahmadi underlined the historical significance of the well and said, "We have been drawing water from the well since time immemorial." He raised concerns over a notice referring to the site as "Hari Mandir" and plans for starting religious activities there. Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, representing the Hindu side, said the well was outside the mosque's purview and historically been used for worship. Ahmadi said the well was partly within and partly outside the mosque premises, relying on a Google image to buttress his claim. The mosque committee challenged a November 19, 2024 order by the Sambhal senior division civil judge who allowed the appointment of an advocate commissioner to survey the mosque. The mosque committee said the plea was allowed without hearing it on the same day it was filed. The top court, on November 29 last year, ordered a Sambhal trial court to halt proceedings in the case over the mosque and its survey at Chandausi while directing the UP government to maintain peace and harmony in the violence-hit town. It directed "peace and harmony must be maintained" and took note of Natraj's statement and directed the report of to be kept in a sealed cover. The mosque committee moved the Supreme Court on November 28 last year challenging the November 19 order of the district court directing survey of the Mughal-era mosque while seeking an ex-parte stay on the operation of the November 19, last year order passed by the civil judge. On November 24, last year protesters gathered near the mosque and clashed with the security personnel, leading to stone pelting and arson, leaving four dead and several injured.
